I'm a single 22yo african american female and I wanted to take a trip to Australia and I heard that there is a little racism there.
Are the Locals very obvious about their disliking to blacks or do they just tend to ignore them.
I would love to go there but I don't want to feel uncomfortable or unwanted.
2007-04-28 08:12:36 · 10 answers · asked by shadyxl 2 in Travel ➔ Australia ➔ Other - Australia
The vast majority of us are NOT racist.
You're going to get the lunatic fringe no matter where in the world you go.
I don't think you'll have anything to worry about when you visit us.
We're a friendly bunch.
You could have people tease you (in a jovial manner) about being a Yank but that's got nothing to do with the colour of your skin.
I hope you come and visit us and have a good time.
I believe the reports you've heard are totally over blown.
2007-04-28 16:29:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Black Americans are not more likely to face racism than Asians, Indians, Jews, Lebanese or Arabs/Greeks in Australia if they travel in Major cities. Therefore, Australia is multicultural and give you chance to do well in life as long as you work hard and mind your own business. But stay away from the supporters of Pauline Hanson and her likes and you will be fine. Many Aussies marry Asian and Blacks and have multicoloured kids!!
2007-05-01 00:00:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well Missy doesn't know what she is talking about yes every country has some form of racism (ours from our colonial Heritage)but I was married to an Aboriginal man we never experienced blatant racism.
Also it would do well to remember we are have one of the most successful multi-cultural societies in the world.We are probably more likely to have a go at you because you are a Yank we don't care what colour you are.
2007-04-28 21:12:20 · answer #3 · answered by molly 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
good lordy we treat all people the way you except to be treated we do have blacks from all walks of life in this country why on earth would it bother us we go about our business do upset us we wont up set you what makes you think you will stand out in the crowd don't pain every one with the same brush love and you get through life a lot easier
2007-04-28 20:05:34 · answer #4 · answered by fanta 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you dont really have anything to worry about as you being African-American...you look totally different to the aboriginals in Australia and there is little chance of being confused with one.
im Australian, my husband is African-American and we have spent lots of time in Australia together...we moved to the US for in December for a few years and its here that we have experienced much more discrimination then what i ever experienced in Australia...
people in Australia were very accepting of our relationship, of him in general...over here its the total opposite. Yes, we do live in the south but we have experienced stares all over the US.
go to Australia and have a great time...I love Australia and honestly, am tired of the US saying how great they have it, how up to date they are with everything....I just tell them they have never lived in Australia...
2007-04-29 02:15:28 · answer #5 · answered by skattered0077 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There is no more racism here then there is in the US.Obviously there will be idiots around,but they are drunken yobbos who can be found in every country.'Locals' like blacks just fine.Australia is a great place,hope you come.
2007-04-30 22:40:24 · answer #6 · answered by Serena 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah as everywhere there are racists here but for the majority, we are friendly people and most people will not care about your race! Anyone who does is just a tool!!! Have Fun- btw its a really beautiful Country! Oh yeah as for the racists themselves they arent violent etc about it its just ignoring for the majority!
2007-04-28 11:52:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
There are racists in Australia just as there are in every country but for the most part you shouldn't have any problems. You will have a great time.
2007-04-28 09:53:45 · answer #8 · answered by tentofield 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
there probably is, but who cares? It's not like you will be the ONLY black person there. And I'm sure not eveyone will be racial, and they'll most likely just forget about it if they do think of you differently. Besides, it's not your fault if they are un educated and rude. Just don't think about them, but the fun you want to have ;)
2007-04-28 08:26:33 · answer #9 · answered by Kiearah 2 · 2⤊ 5⤋
Yes there is heaps here. It should be ok though, just watch your back
2007-04-28 23:47:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋