Speaking calendar/Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21st · Human Rights

Elimination of Racial Discrimination

This day is observed annually on March 21st, the anniversary of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa, where police opened fire on a peaceful demonstration against apartheid. It is a solemn day to remember the victims of racism and to renew the global fight for equality. This lesson explores the end of bias—can we ever truly create a color-Blind society, or must we actively celebrate our differences to achieve justice?

SPEAKING LESSONB1 / B2Discussion · Vocabulary · Activities
01 / LET’S TALK

Speaking Discussion

  1. Is education the only way to end racism, or do we need stricter laws and punishments?
  2. How does implicit bias (feelings we don't know we have) influence our daily decisions?
  3. Should countries apologize for the actions of their ancestors hundreds of years ago?
  4. What is the most powerful thing an individual can do to support equality in their local town?
  5. How has the internet changed the way we talk about race and identity globally?
02 / PUT IT INTO PRACTICE

Activity 1: The Justice Advocate

You are a School Principal. You want to teach your students about "Solidarity". Pitch a 1-minute lesson using the word "Prejudice".

Activity 2: Rapid Fire Debate

Justify your answer in 30 seconds:

  • "Racism is a learned behavior and can be unlearned."
  • "Silence in the face of injustice is the same as supporting it."
  • "Diversity is a country's greatest strength."