Representation matters and is necessary for the cultural and social inclusion of people from all walks of life. Regardless of how much information is offered, whether through film or even a diverse work team, in 2018, despite progression in how we comprehend matters of race, it still appears that most people choose to live in a box.
My husband and I are looking for our first home together and there is a debate over where we should live, should a child be added to the equation. He fears small towns because of loneliness and the narrow thinking that tends to be prevalent. I fear big cities because despite the many benefits and services available, sometimes there is too much that is readymade. I guess I am hell bent on raising a problem solver and a highly adaptable child, one who will see opportunity any and everywhere. One that understands we live an imperfect society and it is a constant but rewarding struggle to better it.
We recently learnt of one of his colleagues from a small town whose child was perplexed when a black student joined the class. This is what my partner is mostly fearful of. He is an engineer, so naturally his thought process calculates most of his decisions by avoiding the most risk. Finding new options as opposed to solving the supposed risk.
