When it comes to education, my own experience was greatly impacted by the racial residential segregation upon which much redlining was based on; leading me into certain schools filled with predominantly low income people regardless if they were White or Black (Lambert & Leonardo 2019). Such institutional racism throughout the US continues put minority groups at risk for poverty due their lack of educational attainment that could otherwise offer pathways out through higher earnings opportunities (Kearney & Levine 2019). This can be seen through increased dropout rates among minority populations as well as fewer options available compared with those who attend wealthier districts because there is such an inequitable distribution between them both financially and academically (Baker et al., 2017). Not only did these issues hinder my own academic performance but made it difficult for me too see myself succeeding beyond high school unless some type intervention took place.

Through more recent efforts like Title IX legislation , communities are slowly starting make progress towards creating more equitable learning environments for all students regardless color or class status( U.S Department Education 2020), however much work needs done ensure everyone can reach their fullest potential without roadblocks along way . My personal experiences illustrate how systemic injustices rooted our past continue shape lives current day making urgent need create real change if we ever want break vicious cycle oppression .