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Antiracism & the SCM

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ANTIRACISM & THE SCM

The SCM is committed to educating ourselves and others about racism. Racism is still systemic and pervasive in our society, but too often white people are unable to see it because of privilege.

SCM has recognized the need to challenge racism and privilege. We are currently in process of addressing issues of white privilege and racism in our communities.

Building specific commitments and policies will be part of our work at National Conference 2005.

The following resources have been helpful to us.

SOA Watch Anti-Racism Resources
  • This excellent site has tonnes of tools and analysis to help get started on anti-racism work within social justice movements.


From Chains to Freedom: Journeying Towards Reconciliation
  • This report on racial justice from the Canadian Council of Churches is an excellent starting point and resource for ecumenical anti-racism work.


Justice, peace & creation: The churches' response to racism


Tenets of Antiracism
(by Denise Nadeau)
  • Confonting oppression will benefit everyone
  • We are all interrelated, with an underlying commonality rooted in the sacredness of the cosmos
  • All forms of oppression are interconnected. It is not useful to argue about a hierachy of oppressions
  • Fixing blame helps no one. Taking responsibilitiy helps everyone
  • Expect to learn from your mistakes
  • Accept the fact of conflict
Antiracism, racial justice & white privilege workshops
SCM local units in Winnipeg and Victoria offer antiracism and privilege workshops. Contact them for information or resources.
Racism is a sin!
Visit the antiracism site of the SCM unit in Victoria, BC
Sisters in Spirit Campaign

The United Church, Anglican Church and Native Women's Association of Canada have launched the Sisters in Spirit campaign calling for solutions to the violence Aboriginal women encounter in Canada. (Sisters in Spirit link)
United Against Racism / Ka Ni Kanichihk

United Against Racism (UAR) works towards the elimination of racism and discrimination in society. This unique initiative is community based and Aboriginal led. Aboriginal youth also play a vital in the development of anti-racism tools and resources, and in the transmission of anti-racist values and methodologies through education. (United Against Racism link)