Research | Colorlines

Study says having friends of color can make people seem racist.

STUDY: Having Friends of Color Can Make You Seem Less Racist

Researchers say the company White people keep can soften the blow of potentially racist comments.

Kenrya Rankin Feb 16, 2016 3:47PM EST

New study says White students at prestigious schools think Asians are more competent than other people of color.

STUDY: White Students See Asian-Americans as More Competent Than Blacks, Latinos

Researchers find that some students at prestigious universities subscribe to stereotypes that can impact everything from the workforce to the voting booth.

Kenrya Rankin Jan 19, 2016 4:03PM EST

Participants at the White House Council on Women and Girls forum on “Advancing Equity for Women and Girls of Color” on November 13, 2015. The research initiative will be lead by the Anna Julia Cooper Center, which journalist Melissa Harris-Perry directs.

White House Announces $100 Million in Foundation Funding for Girls and Women of Color

After hosting a forum on Friday, the White House Council on Women and Girls announced $100 million in foundation funding for programs that improve the economic status of low-income women and girls of color.

Kenrya Rankin Nov 16, 2015 2:20PM EST

How News Media Fuels the Myth of Black Crime

In TV land, all the violent crime suspects are black. Not so much in real life.

Kai Wright Aug 27, 2014 11:45AM EDT

Isla Vista Could Embolden Push For Gun Violence Research

Given recent history, however the odds are long

Carla Murphy May 27, 2014 11:00AM EDT

Still No Federal Funding For Gun Violence Research

A Ga. Republican says no

Carla Murphy Apr 22, 2014 2:08PM EDT