Talking to Your Kids about Race (Part 1) | Race & Parenting KING 5

We're starting a new series called: Race and Parenting

We wanted to start a dialogue among parents in the community from different ethnic and racial backgrounds, about how they talk to their kids about race, racism and their identity.

We decided to host a series of dinner parties with parents from different backgrounds to talk about the conversations they have with their kids about race, racism and identity. To start off, we had separate dinners with black families, white families, Latino families and Asian families.

By no means do these conversations represent the voices and opinions of all black, Asian, white and Latino people. But, we want to get those conversations started by hosting a space for families that have shared experiences. Validation at the table is important. We didn't want people to feel like they had to defend their truth or feel isolated at these dinners.

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[KINGSeattle]

How do YOU talk to your kids about race?

[steveblair]

It says Different Ethnic and Racial dialogue! Then Why is it that talking about race is always about blacks? What about different races. I for one am a American Indian, Less than 1% of the American population. I my self I don`t see color, I only see people, and this how I taught my children. I also taught them respect and responsibility for what one says and doe`s. Remember we are all human not color Peace Out

[gabethedizzle]

Black liberals hysterically confirm each others biases. THEN EVERYBODY CLAPPED.

[boringunoriginalname]

So sad to hear the gentleman in the suit say that he wouldn’t be found running or jogging in case it’s led to their danger. And sadly that’s exactly what happened to a black man just a few weeks ago.

[rosemcinerney]

I am so happy to see a discussion around this topic. I can't imagine anyone better suited to channel the discussion and encourage dialogue to help people understand some of the issues and situations that are often left unsaid. Great job, Jenna Hanchard!! You have a huge fan base at WomanScape!! Love this