Ep 127. What's Race Got to Do with It? Dr. Rick Wallace

Building bridges to strong boys, who ultimately develop into strong, functional men, is a socialization process that helps them assume their proper place in this world. Socialization is a powerful tool for preparing youth to navigate the labyrinthine corridors of society, and it is one of Dr. Rick Wallace's passion points. When it comes to Black youth, especially Black boys, proper racial socialization is imperative in preparing them to manage the conflicting narratives.

While all parents work to socialize their children to be prosocial and productive in society, Black parents have the added task of racially socializing their children to face the social narratives that counter what we have taught them about themselves. The media, judicial system, and educational systems all present contradictory messages that govern how our children see themselves in the world.

How we teach our children to navigate these contradictions is called racial socialization, and it has to be the foundation of building stronger and healthier Black boys (and girls). Through this singular practice, we can better manage mental illness, wealth disparities, academic deficiencies, and more.

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