DSW Showcase Student Presentation

The capstone will highlight how African American men are victims of racial bias during each part of the criminal justice process. The research identifies historical reasons why it is acceptable to incarcerate a gender and specific race of people. The research identifies reasons why Black men are arrested and detained at higher rates than other races. The impact and long-term effects of black men being displaced from their families and communities are explored. Systems Theory is utilized to determine the various systems that contribute to the victimization of African American men. Critical Race Theory is used to identify the role of bias and racism in the justice system, its effect on individuals employed within the system, and how they complete the duties of their jobs. The bias of arresting officers, attorneys, and judges is evaluated to determine how it influences the ability of African American men to obtain fairness during the decision to arrest, get an adequate defense, and equality during the judiciary process. Micro social work interventions are utilized to address personal bias and racial profiles and their effect on African American men’s ability to obtain fair treatment within the justice system. As the interventions are used effectively at the micro level, advocacy begins, creating macro-level results and policy that equates to justice for all.