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Lies about Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters

by Omekongo Dibinga

Examining stereotypes and their effects

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Examining stereotypes and their effects

Omekongo Dibinga’s book brings together personal narratives, historical context, contemporary analysis, interviews and research to examine racist stereotypes about Black people and their effects on Black communities. It addresses familiar myths, including assumptions about athletic ability and swimming, and connects them to broader patterns of systemic racism. Interactive exercises and practical guidance give the discussion an applied dimension, covering hidden bias, vocabulary for conversations about race and ways to use privilege in efforts toward change. The book’s scope moves between individual reflection and advocacy, making its subject matter relevant to both personal learning and group discussion.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People beginning or deepening anti-racism learning
  • Educators, diversity professionals and workplace leaders
  • Book clubs and community groups discussing race and equity

Themes

Racist stereotypesSystemic racismHidden biasPrivilege and advocacyRace-conscious discussion

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Book overview

Bold, unflinching, and urgent--a pioneering guide to dismantling racist stereotypes and creating real change.

From Black Lives Matter to the stark inequities exposed by COVID-19, America's history of racial bias demands a new approach to understanding and action. Award-winning diversity expert Dr. Omekongo Dibinga reveals how even seemingly "innocent" stereotypes are rooted in hatred and continue to harm Black communities today.

In Lies About Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters, Dr. Dibinga combines powerful personal narratives, historical context, and contemporary analysis to expose the real-world impact of racist myths. Through intimate interviews, compelling research, and interactive exercises, readers will:

  • Identify and confront their own hidden biases
  • Master essential vocabulary for meaningful discussions about race
  • Learn concrete ways to use privilege as a force for positive change
  • Understand how common stereotypes--from "natural athletic ability" to "can't swim"--perpetuate systemic racism


This transformative guide goes beyond theory to provide practical tools for lasting change. Whether you're beginning your journey in anti-racism work or seeking deeper insights for advocacy, Dr. Dibinga offers a clear path forward.

"Dr. Dibinga is his generation's Dr. Carter G. Woodson... [it] rises above the banalities of lies and racist platitudes that have existed for centuries. I predict it will be read and studied for generations to come." --Joe Madison, "The Black Eagle" on SiriusXM Urban View

Perfect for:
- Educators and diversity professionals
- Corporate leaders and team managers
- Anyone committed to creating a more equitable society
- Book clubs and community discussion groups

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