Have you ever experienced racism? Do you speak more than 1 language? Do you come from a cultural background you wish you, or others, knew more about? If this sounds like you, the Ethno-cultural Collective is here for you as a safe, prejudice free group for you of culturally diverse backgrounds to talk, learn, organise events and, really, do what you collectively want! The Ethno-cultural Collective
is an autonomous group for those who identify as a person of colour. Please read the description and join the autonomous group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/221334924700894/
We will have non-autonomous events and activity from time to time, so keep in the loop on this page. The phrases ethno-cultural and people of colour (POC) may be dauntingly new, but most simply put, it means being part of a cultural minority of any country. If you've ever experienced discrimination or oppression due to your cultural background, then the Ethno-cultural Collective is for you! Of course, the definition is not constant and is up to each self-identifying individual to discuss and decide. The origins of the term wom*n of colour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=82vl34mi4Iw
A great article about the flaws of the actual term, which a constant topic of discussion: http://blackgirldangerous.org/new-blog/2013/3/21/whats-wrong-with-the-term-person-of-color
If you have any questions, give us a buzz here or at [email protected].
