46. Exploring Model Minority with Florence Hwang
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A term coined in the 1960's describing a status ranking among minorities, it's disguised as a positive stereotype, but according to Florence Hwang, a journalist with CBC, it's anything but as it pits minorities against each other. Florence is no stranger to model minority, she's written an article detailing her experience with it growing up and the mental toll it took on her. In this episode, we share stories of model minority and the bookful of stereotypes that accompany it. If you're interested in checking out Florence's article, check it out here: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/first-person-florence-hwang-model-minority-myth-1.6043978 We are always looking to share other people's experiences with us! If you'd like to be a guest on our show, email us at [email protected] and let us know! Give us a follow @offthewokpodcast on Instagram so you don't miss out on any new episodes! Thank you and we appreciate you wok'ing with us.
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