Phrases with «model minority»

The phrase "model minority" refers to a particular ethnic or racial group that is perceived as successful, hardworking, and achieving high educational and professional outcomes. It suggests that this group serves as a positive example for other minority communities to follow. Full definition

Sentences with «model minority»

  • The «model minority stereotype» about Asian Americans can mislead teachers to believe that none of these students are struggling academically or socially. (gse.harvard.edu)
  • Forthcoming projects include AAFG reads Model Minority at Art Metropole; an installation / rave at NN in Joshua Tree, California; and a collaborative exhibition with library patrons as the Toronto Arts Council's Artists in the Library Program. (mercerunion.org)
  • He acknowledged that stereotypes of Asian model minorities as smart, nerdy, not risk takers, not interested in leadership and boring as assumptions that have hurt Asians in upward mobility in the legal profession. (slaw.ca)
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