Implicit bias and explicit bias are two distinct forms of bias that influence attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors toward individuals or groups, often based on characteristics such as race, gender, ethnicity and disability.
Implicit bias, also known as unconscious bias, refers to the automatic and unintentional attitudes or stereotypes that individuals hold about certain groups, even when they are unaware of these biases. These biases are typically deeply ingrained in our subconscious minds and can influence our actions and decisions without conscious awareness. For example, a person may hold implicit biases that lead them to associate certain racial groups with negative traits or behaviors, despite consciously believing in equality and fairness. Research has shown that implicit biases can impact hiring decisions, healthcare outcomes, and interactions with others, often in ways that perpetuate inequality and discrimination. Recognizing and addressing implicit bias is essential for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in various aspects of society.
Explicit bias, on the other hand, is conscious and deliberate prejudice or discrimination against specific groups of people. Unlike implicit bias, explicit bias is readily recognized by the individual holding these beliefs. For instance, an individual openly expressing discriminatory attitudes or engaging in discriminatory behaviors toward people of a certain ethnicity demonstrates explicit bias. Explicit bias can manifest in forms such as hate speech, discriminatory policies, or acts of prejudice. While implicit bias often operates beneath conscious awareness, explicit bias is a more overt and intentional form of bias. Combating explicit bias typically involves education, awareness campaigns, and legal measures to address and reduce discrimination. Both implicit and explicit biases are important to understand and address in order to promote a more equitable and inclusive society.
The Pervasive Loneliness of Autism
"It was a thought provoking read about an angle that I hadn’t thought of. It is also beautifully written."
https://time.com/6551520/loneliness-autism-essay/
Thought Leader.
"So proud of Hari Srinivasan for his singular voice of insight, wisdom, advocacy, and activism, and for the distinction he brings to himself and everyone with whom he is associated. The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation | Vanderbilt University is honored to count Hari among its distinguished Fellows and it is awesome to imagine what the future holds for this inspiring young thought leader."
Some amazing gracious words about me from Prof Keivan Staussun of Vanderbilt University and Director of the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation at Vanderbilt. Thank you Keivan, and I had never quite though of myself as a "thought leader."
Revolving Door is bad for Austistics
Direct support professionals: Shortages, Low Pay, High Turnover.
The Revolving Door is bad for #autistics
FCAI NISE Fellow Hari Srinivasan Pens Second Op-Ed for Time Magazine
FCAI NISE Fellow Hari Srinivasan Pens Second Op-Ed for Time Magazine
Posted by stasikjs on Friday, January 5, 2024 in FCAI News.
On January 3rd, 2024, Frist Center for Autism and Innovation Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering Fellow Hari Srinivasan published his second article in Time magazine, entitled “The Pervasive Loneliness of Autism”.
In this thought-provoking article, Srinivasan discusses how the epidemic of loneliness disproportionally effects the autistic population, and is only exacerbated by U.S. notions of independent living being the ideal.
Well done Hari, for another amazing piece of work!
Read Hari’s article here.
We reported on Hari’s previous Time article here.
Posted by stasikjs on Friday, January 5, 2024 in FCAI News.
On January 3rd, 2024, Frist Center for Autism and Innovation Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering Fellow Hari Srinivasan published his second article in Time magazine, entitled “The Pervasive Loneliness of Autism”.
In this thought-provoking article, Srinivasan discusses how the epidemic of loneliness disproportionally effects the autistic population, and is only exacerbated by U.S. notions of independent living being the ideal.
Well done Hari, for another amazing piece of work!
Read Hari’s article here.
We reported on Hari’s previous Time article here.
Changing of the Guard
DREDF Executive Director Susan Henderson to Retire in 2024
We will miss you Susan Henderson. Thank you for being at DREDF for 26 years (WOW!!) and steering the ship. I've enjoyed getting to know you as a member of DREDF's board. Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) is now on the hunt for a new Executive Director. https://dredf.org/2024/01/02/dredf-executive-director-search-profile/
The Loneliness Epidemic
https://time.com/6551520/loneliness-autism-essay/
My latest article in Time drew inspiration from a Keynote by US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy at the fall PD Soros conference. Dr Murthy has highlighted the growing Loneliness Epidemic in the United States. This got me thinking about loneliness in another overlooked population - the disability community, especially autism.
Time - The Pervasive Loneliness of Autism
Time: The Pervasive Loneliness of Autism
https://time.com/6551520/loneliness-autism-essay/
My article in Time where I discuss the paradox of independence and loneliness in Autism.
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