Cultural Outsider Definition
We live in a nation once known as a ‘melting pot’, that attracted people in search of freedom, and liberty. The liberties America had to offer, gave people the courage and hope to immigrate here, and have a fresh start in life. We live in a nation with people who are the descendants of immigrants. Prejudice creates a barrier between us and people with different backgrounds than our own. In order to change the influence of discrimination, it is our responsibility to respect cultural differences. By gaining knowledge of cultural differences, we change our perspective and learn to respect people.
There is no reason to look at an individual and define them as a cultural outsider. When the term ‘cultural outsider’ is used, the visual of disadvantaged …show more content…
When the term ‘cultural outsider’ is used, the visual of disadvantaged minorities is depicted in our minds. We perceive these people as people who are not accustomed to our beliefs, traditions, and culture, which makes it difficult for us to connect with them. The inability to secure friendships with other races often leads to racism and segregation. Society is segregated by social-economic factors, so an individual’s wealth influences their community’s demographic. People who share similar ethnic backgrounds often settle together and form their own communities. These communities are places where they celebrate and honor their culture without facing the prejudice of others. Outside of these havens, individuals are subjected to discrimination. We see the effects discrimination has caused in society, and it is up to us to change …show more content…
Discrimination is engraved in us and it depletes our confidence, and goals. All ethnic groups share similarities that relate to their struggle in society. People who target a racial group’s insecurities gain leverage and equity. Society wants us to believe that everyone is equal, but people have the perception, whether they are Caucasian, Hispanic, Latino, American Indian, Black, or Pacific Islander, that their race is superior to the others. People target racial groups through fear of them becoming a dominant power, and it creates tension to who can be on
There is no reason to look at an individual and define them as a cultural outsider. When the term ‘cultural outsider’ is used, the visual of disadvantaged …show more content…
When the term ‘cultural outsider’ is used, the visual of disadvantaged minorities is depicted in our minds. We perceive these people as people who are not accustomed to our beliefs, traditions, and culture, which makes it difficult for us to connect with them. The inability to secure friendships with other races often leads to racism and segregation. Society is segregated by social-economic factors, so an individual’s wealth influences their community’s demographic. People who share similar ethnic backgrounds often settle together and form their own communities. These communities are places where they celebrate and honor their culture without facing the prejudice of others. Outside of these havens, individuals are subjected to discrimination. We see the effects discrimination has caused in society, and it is up to us to change …show more content…
Discrimination is engraved in us and it depletes our confidence, and goals. All ethnic groups share similarities that relate to their struggle in society. People who target a racial group’s insecurities gain leverage and equity. Society wants us to believe that everyone is equal, but people have the perception, whether they are Caucasian, Hispanic, Latino, American Indian, Black, or Pacific Islander, that their race is superior to the others. People target racial groups through fear of them becoming a dominant power, and it creates tension to who can be on