White leaders of organizations often find it easier to address historical racism rather than identifying present-day racism in the workplace, warn Professor Binna Kandola and James Meachin.
Many organizations are increasingly recognizing historical racism and whilst addressing this is crucial for various reasons, it’s even more vital to tackle the everyday racism experienced by ethnic minority groups today. For example, nearly half of black office workers surveyed have encountered racism at work, with many reporting negative impacts on their mental health and well-being.
