![]() ![]() Since racism benefits the dominant group, they are reluctant to effect real change because it means a shifting of power to others.Īccording to this theory, change will only come about if the dominant group will benefit and/or when the cost of not making the change is higher than cost of making it. Since it is part of everyday business, it is invisible and insidious, and it is hard to shift because it permeates all institutions. The report’s findings are consistent with critical race theory, which argues that racism is a part of everyday life that benefits white elites in predominantly white societies like Australia. Collingwood’s report calls for diversification of club boards and leadership. Having done extensive research with community sports clubs, it’s clear that racism is a feature of sport that is present from the start of many athletes’ careers. The findings of the Collingwood Football Club-commissioned Do Better report – that the club’s culture and processes are ineffective and sometimes counter-productive in combatting racism – were unsurprising. ![]()
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