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How are Arabs
and Arab Americans portrayed in media and text today? Usually, several
negative portrayals or misconceptions are represented:
- men wearing
turbans
- women always
wearing head scarves
- terrorists
- dark
features
- swords
- barbaric
- archaic/primitive
- violent
There are few
resources available today that portray Arabs and Arab Americans
in an authentic and non-stereotypical light. The six resources listed
on the left (three for children, three for teachers) aim to:
- Disrupt stereotypes
about Arabs/Arab Americans, through illustrations and experiences
that students can connect to
- Allow students
to learn more about Arab culture
- Teach about
how Arab Americans are a part of our American society today, specifically
NYC
Click on the links
on the left to learn more about each resource and how it furthers
our agenda of equity. Resources are also available on the table
for your browsing convenience.
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