No more than 7 pages -Reference page APA format Social workers understand how racism and oppression shape human experiences and how these 2 constructs influence practice at the individual, family, group, organizational, and community levels and in policy and research. Furthermore, social workers understand the historical roots of social and racial injustices and the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination. Social workers also understand how diversity and intersectionality shape human experiences and identity development and affect equity and inclusion. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a hot topic with government and elected officials at this time in history. Affirmative action is being eliminated in schools across the country and with employers as well. Therefore, the research topic will allow you to draw conclusions from research articles, newspaper articles, YouTube and podcast presentations, and various other internet sources.