Description
| Product ID: | 9780865719613 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | What's Up with White Women? |
| Subtitle: | Unpacking Sexism and White Privilege in Pursuit of Racial Justice |
| Authors: | Author: Ilsa Govan, Tilman Smith |
| Page Count: | 264 |
| Subjects: | Social discrimination and social justice, Social discrimination & inequality, Gender studies: women and girls, Ethnic groups and multicultural studies, Human rights, civil rights, Gender studies: women, Ethnic minorities & multicultural studies, Human rights |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating What's Up with White Women? is a guide for white women to strengthen their anti-racism practices. A powerful model using self-reflection and real-life stories of white women's experiences with sexism and white privilege gives them the tools to cultivate genuine partnerships with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. As a white woman, ask yourself: are you upholding or fighting racism? What''s Up with White Women? is a practical guide for white women who are interested in becoming more effective in their cross-cultural, anti-racist practices. Blending real-life stories, theory, and anti-racism practices from decades of on-the-ground work, the authors invite white women to understand their gendered role in systemic racism and their unique opportunity for action. Both frank and compassionate, coverage includes:
White women are positioned in a power hierarchy between white men and BIPOC. It is time for white women to step up and undertake deep reflection on their role in systemic racism and take concrete actions that support equity and justice for all people. AWARDS
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| Imprint Name: | New Society Publishers |
| Publisher Name: | New Society Publishers |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2021-10-19 |
