Review of Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
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Review of Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
[Following is a volunteer review of "Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem" by Dr. Frank L. Douglas.]
We live in societies where discrimination affects a large number of individuals. Despite the fact that self-esteem is one of the three essential principles of growth, minorities are typically the ones who lack a sense of belonging. Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem by Dr. Frank L. Douglas is a non-fiction book written to look into the matter of discrimination.
The first chapter focuses on equity, and the second deals with inclusion, as the author believes that the most difficult issues in the social aspects of life, including unfairness, can be viewed from these two principles. Equity and inclusion can optimize individual engagement. They both must be utilized in unison since inclusion without equality can be a delusion. The first description of an instance of discrimination is one the author personally experienced one night as he was returning home from a dinner. Six police officers stopped him in his parking spot because they suspected he could have fled a crime scene. His car is inspected, and the police have clearly shown that they intend to arrest him because he is black. The cops leave without apologizing when they realize they can’t find proof. Are you interested in learning about other people's experiences with discrimination and their solutions? Read this book to learn more!
The novel has been divided into two parts and is written from the third-person point of view. I found the book challenging to read at first since I was encountering unfamiliar technical words. Fortunately, when I read more pages, I was able to understand them. I liked the book when I reached the case study section. Despite the fact that they were numerous, the author composed them so that readers could understand them with ease. The information has been broken down into point form, which makes it easier to understand. It was also in the case studies that I understood what the author meant by microassaults, microinsults, and microinvalidations, as the examples clearly illustrated them.
Although the book was not an easy read, there is absolutely no single aspect that I disliked about it. I appreciate Douglas for including diagrams to aid the readers in understanding the contents. However, the equity-inclusion culture diagrams are all the same, so I would have liked if they weren't used so frequently. This did not prevent me from enjoying the book, as I concluded that the author wanted to place more emphasis on the issue.
Given how expertly the author covered the subject and provided concise summaries of the events, I think it is reasonable to award this book a rating of five out of five stars. Having jokes in the book might have made it more enjoyable for readers, but because the subject matter doesn't call for them, it is still excellent the way it is. Every single person should read this book since discrimination is pervasive in the majority of our societies.
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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
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We live in societies where discrimination affects a large number of individuals. Despite the fact that self-esteem is one of the three essential principles of growth, minorities are typically the ones who lack a sense of belonging. Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem by Dr. Frank L. Douglas is a non-fiction book written to look into the matter of discrimination.
The first chapter focuses on equity, and the second deals with inclusion, as the author believes that the most difficult issues in the social aspects of life, including unfairness, can be viewed from these two principles. Equity and inclusion can optimize individual engagement. They both must be utilized in unison since inclusion without equality can be a delusion. The first description of an instance of discrimination is one the author personally experienced one night as he was returning home from a dinner. Six police officers stopped him in his parking spot because they suspected he could have fled a crime scene. His car is inspected, and the police have clearly shown that they intend to arrest him because he is black. The cops leave without apologizing when they realize they can’t find proof. Are you interested in learning about other people's experiences with discrimination and their solutions? Read this book to learn more!
The novel has been divided into two parts and is written from the third-person point of view. I found the book challenging to read at first since I was encountering unfamiliar technical words. Fortunately, when I read more pages, I was able to understand them. I liked the book when I reached the case study section. Despite the fact that they were numerous, the author composed them so that readers could understand them with ease. The information has been broken down into point form, which makes it easier to understand. It was also in the case studies that I understood what the author meant by microassaults, microinsults, and microinvalidations, as the examples clearly illustrated them.
Although the book was not an easy read, there is absolutely no single aspect that I disliked about it. I appreciate Douglas for including diagrams to aid the readers in understanding the contents. However, the equity-inclusion culture diagrams are all the same, so I would have liked if they weren't used so frequently. This did not prevent me from enjoying the book, as I concluded that the author wanted to place more emphasis on the issue.
Given how expertly the author covered the subject and provided concise summaries of the events, I think it is reasonable to award this book a rating of five out of five stars. Having jokes in the book might have made it more enjoyable for readers, but because the subject matter doesn't call for them, it is still excellent the way it is. Every single person should read this book since discrimination is pervasive in the majority of our societies.
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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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