What's up with White women? : unpacking sexism and White privilege in pursuit of racial justice

Title:

Author:

Govan, Ilsa M., author.

Added Author:

Smith, Tilman, author.

Publication Date:

2021

Publication Information:

Gabriola Island, BC : New Society Publishers, [2021]

Physical Description:

xx, 251 pages ; 23 cm

ISBN:

9780865719613

Abstract:

A guide for white women to strengthen their anti-racism practices. A 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.

Contents:

A power analysis: White women and institutional access -- A model of White women's development -- Immersion -- Capitulation -- Defense -- Projection -- Balance -- Integration -- White women's tears -- If what, now what?

Subject Term:

Anti-racism.

Women, White -- Attitudes.

Women, White -- Social conditions.

Privilege (Social psychology)

Racism -- Social aspects.

Racism -- Psychological aspects.

Race relations.

Race awareness.

Sex discrimination against women.

Language:

English