Answer to Question #228804 in Law for Tsheko

Question

What is the impact of social media on racism?

125 words

Answer 1

Social media and technology offer us greater convenience and connectivity:

• staying connected with family and friends worldwide via email, text, FaceTime, etc.
• quick access to information and research
• banking and bill pay at our fingertips
• online learning, job skills, content discovery (YouTube)
• involvement in civic engagement (fundraising, social awareness, provides a voice)
• great marketing tools
• opportunities for remote employment

Impact of Racism :

• ongoing feelings of sadness, anger, depression and being left out
• headaches, increased heart rate, sweating, trembling and muscle tension
• a constant fear of being verbally or physically attacked
• not wanting to go to school
• having little or no trust in anybody apart from family.