Short post, but hopefully meaningful
Hey y'all. Been busy and the like. Life, etc. Anyway, a small point to bring to the table in regards to addressing racism and the other ugly isms withing alternative scenes. (Side note, I hate the fact my phone recognizes the phrase alternative facts.)
Right. I'll come straight to it. If you (meaning the royal you, the white populace you) feel that there's no issues within your chosen subsection of culture, it behooves you to do this thing: ask the marginalized peoples within your group about their experiences. Some might not be outright with it, not wishing to rock the boat. And that's ok. Not everyone is ready to come forth with their experiences without fearing some type of backlash. They'll speak when they want to. And when they do, be there to listen and to help amplify their voice and their concerns.
Listening to people and their struggles means a lot. And that means not cutting across them, asking "was it really racism?" or mess like that. Just hear them out and go from there. Even if you yourself feel everything is fine and dandy, it isn't for everyone. The idea in most subcultures is to make those who feel rejected by the main culture feel welcomed and appreciated. Listening and helping can go a hell of a long way.
That's all. Thanks.