The Personal Side of Bias, Prejudice, and Oppression

When thinking about an incident of witnessing a bias, prejudice, or oppression, a little girl within my school comes to mind. She is biracial and is being raised by two women who are living an alternative lifestyle. She is a precious little girl who is often made fun of because she is mixed and has two mothers. When she is questioned about her situation by other children, I feel very sad for her. When this happens, in my presence, I am able to rescue her by changing the subject or removing her from the scene. I think the more time teachers and others invest in her life and help build her self-esteem, she will flourish and become a very successful young lady.