Did you know implicit bias is a valid concept? Did you also know that implicit bias training does not work? In fact, studies have shown it is ineffective and can make things worse.
England’s government stopped the training when research showed it did not work. However, the U.S. government and many private companies still pay for the training. Why?
Probably because we are anxious to do whatever we can to combat racism. We feel the need to show people that we are at least trying to do something.
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