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Ontario Study Reveals Gendered Islamophobia and Anti-Palestinian Racism in Schools
The study found systemic surveillance, censorship, and punishment targeting Muslim and Palestinian students in Ontario schools, highlighting gaps in teacher education and calls for systemic reform.
- A study with 32 pre-service teachers in Ontario found Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism prevalent and intertwined in schools, highlighting issues of surveillance and censorship.
- Islamophobia involved gendered stereotypes portraying Muslim male students as sexist and suspicious, with Muslim students' prayer times monitored leading to mistrust.
- Anti-Palestinian racism appeared through disciplining and censoring expressions of solidarity, including banning symbols like keffiyehs and cultural activities.
- The study advocates for systemic changes in Ontario schools, including increased staff diversity and allyship, to better support marginalized students.
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People studying to become teachers speak about Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism in Ontario schools
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