Fraser Lecture Series Presents: Talking to Children About Racism

The Psychology Behind What Parents Do and (Should) Say

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Event Details

When:

-

Location:

Online: Zoom

In-Person at WWU
Fraser Hall 102

Price:

Free

Brought to you by:

Fraser Lecture Series, Center for Cross Cultural Research, Psychology Department, The Foundation for WWU & Alumni

Description

Children grow up in a world deeply influenced by racism, and parents play a crucial role in shaping how their children perceive and understand it. In this talk, Dr. Roberts will present both anecdotal and empirical data to highlight three key points. First, there is a significant difference in the conversations that Black and White parents have with their children about race. Second, these differences have profound implications for how children develop their understanding of race and racism. Finally, with appropriate guidance, parents can be equipped to engage in focused, coherent, and effective discussions about racism with their children.

Featuring:

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Dr. Steven O. Roberts, Speaker

Dr. Steven O. Roberts is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and former Director of Academic Programs at Stanford’s Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity. Dr. Roberts’s research on the impact of racism within the scientific community and broader society has earned him an international reputation as well as numerous awards. He is the recipient of American Psychological Society’s Rising Star Award, the Mission Award for Meta-Science from the Society for the Improvement of Psychological Science, the Janet Taylor Spence Award for Transformative Early Career Contributions, and the Early Career Award from the Society for Research on Child Development. Dr. Roberts has authored over 40 publications in top journals such as the Journal of Personality and Social PsychologyProceedings of the National Academy of SciencesPerspectives in Psychological Science, and American Psychologist. In addition to being a prolific researcher, Dr. Roberts earned the Dean’s Award for Outstanding Teaching at Stanford University. He earned his AA from the Borough of Manhattan Community College, then went on to obtain a BS in Psychology from New York University, and a PhD in Psychology from the University of Michigan. 

Questions and Accommodations

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  • Advance notice for disability accommodations and special needs is appreciated. Please mention your needs when registering.
  • There will be auto-captions for the Zoom webinar.

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The views expressed by our speaker do not necessarily reflect those of Western Washington University.