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A primary strength of multiracial families is their diversity, their unique family blend. Multiracial families inherently have different physical appearances, experiences, and viewpoints. These viewpoints are often influenced by how society racially perceives an individual, and the individual’s encounters with the world. Valuing and honoring this intra-family diversity while maintaining the family as a unit can be uniquely challenging. Over the next few months, Multiracial Sky will be adding to this section, exploring topics including:
The importance of valuing diversity within the family, in the larger community, throughout the country, and in the world
The emotional impact of being conspicuous as a multiracial family and as a multiracial individual
Identifying yourself as a member of a multiracial family or as a multiracial individual, and the issue of passing
Handling various kinds of questions from strangers, acquaintances, friends, and family; answers, strategies, and goals.
Establishing emotionally safe space for your family and for your children, including: home and immediate family, friends, extended family, school, and community.
Resources for helping teachers and staff understand and properly support multiracial families |
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CELEBRATING DIVERSITY