Develop a realistic assessment of the local community. Be honest but focus on its assets, not its deficits. Personality, class, etc. If an educated person s background is apparent in how they speak, others of less education may feel inferior or dominated. Arrogant, chauvinistic, or dominating people can make the social life of a group difficult.
Creative responses Treat others as equals at all times.
Be committed to mutual respect and solidarity with others. Do not assume anything about a person based on their neighborhood or community. Challenges White Americans can have an attitude of entitlement. Persons of color may carry old wounds from family dysfunction or societal racism. These can lead to displaced attacks on persons who appear to represent either authority or the privileged establishment.