Jane Elliott

Jane Elliott is an American educator best known for her work on racial discrimination and bias. In the 1960s, she developed the "Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes" exercise, where she divided students based on eye color to simulate discrimination. This exercise helped participants experience prejudice firsthand, fostering understanding and empathy. Elliott's work highlights how arbitrary perceived differences can lead to unfair treatment, emphasizing the importance of awareness and combating discrimination in society. Her approach encourages reflection on bias and promotes social justice through experiential learning.