identitet, rasisme, diskriminering, representasjon, kjønn, normer
What is 'representation' in media, and why does it matter? Use one example from a film, show or book.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie writes about identity, hair and belonging. Pick a piece of her work. 'Americanah', a TED talk, an essay. and discuss what she's saying about identity.
Is talking about race openly the best way to fight racism, or is striving for 'colour-blindness' better? Make an argument.
Discuss the legacy of slavery in the contemporary USA.
Analyse Black Lives Matter as a movement. What were its goals and impact?
Discuss code-switching by Black professionals in white-dominated workplaces.
Pick a novel or memoir by a Black author and analyse one aspect of how it portrays race.
Discuss the politics of identity in 2026. Is identity politics constructive or divisive?
What is cultural appropriation, and is the concept useful?