Colourism refers to discrimination based on skin tone, often within the same racial or ethnic group. It manifests through preferences for lighter skin, influencing job prospects, media representation, and social status. This bias primarily benefits those with fairer complexions, while darker-skinned individuals face systemic disadvantages.
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