Combatting Racism Involving Visible Minorities: A Review of Relevant Research and Policy Development

In an examination of racism in Canada, focus is on discrimination against South Asians & blacks living in Ontario, who are described as "victims of overt, institutional, & pervasive covert racism." Data are drawm from review of: existing empirical research; employment, immigration, & census statistics; multicultural policy & human rights legislation; official reports on racism; & race-relations programs at the federal, provincial, & municipal levels. Official strategies for combating racism & promoting integration of visible (by physical traits) minorities are examined. The role of social work educators & professionals in accelerating minority integration is emphasized. 3 Tables. I. Shagrir