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.]
Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem by Dr. Frank L. Douglas is a book dedicated to unveiling the aspects the systemic discrimination in the workplace. It is divided into two parts. The first one tackles concepts such as equity, inclusion, and individual engagement. The second part revolves around expanding upon the content of the book via 18 case studies, which follow various experiences such as those of an immigrant, Ph.D. student, Black patient and more. It is all tied up with a ribbon by the closing thoughts, where the author summarises his views succinctly. Through the book, the author is teaching us something called ‘Safe Haven Dialogues’, the goal of which is to empower ‘Aggrieved Individuals’ in the workplace. This concept is applied to real cases and used to assess the principle of equity and inclusion.
There are multiple positive aspects of this book. The author tells us that the book was motivated by the tragedy of George Floyd’s death and the cases of racism with which the author himself has been involved. The author’s personal experiences support his words with legitimacy, while the fact of his revelation following George Floyd’s murder is something many across the world can identify with. He recounts stories that he has lived through, which gives the reader an intimate insight into his struggles. The book's content is backed by references and sources, which are mentioned at the end, so it doesn’t feel as if the author is not taking his words seriously. He is showing us the stark reality.
The book’s formatting is done well, and the important terms are in bold so our mind registers them more efficiently. The author has provided a useful matrix to describe the concepts being used. The terms are well explained, and the reader is never left confused. The author proposes certain dimensions, as well as critical questions to aid critical examination. The book offers enlightening views, such as suggesting that our discomfort with having difficult conversations leads to needless complexity. It is worded in such a way that it does not sound condescending; rather, the bona fide intentions of the author seep through the words.
I cannot think of anything to fault with this book. The only minor thing that comes to mind is that some of the statistics are repeated, which makes it seem a little redundant. I found a few errors, such as unnecessary spaces, but these did not distract from the book's content.
I would rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It was truly an eye-opening read, and very understandable. It not only made me reconsider my opinions but also gave me the knowledge to expand upon them. The minor errors mentioned do not warrant the deduction of a star. I would recommend it to people who are looking to learn more about the complex structure of systemic discrimination, particularly to people in management.
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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem by Dr. Frank L. Douglas is a book dedicated to unveiling the aspects the systemic discrimination in the workplace. It is divided into two parts. The first one tackles concepts such as equity, inclusion, and individual engagement. The second part revolves around expanding upon the content of the book via 18 case studies, which follow various experiences such as those of an immigrant, Ph.D. student, Black patient and more. It is all tied up with a ribbon by the closing thoughts, where the author summarises his views succinctly. Through the book, the author is teaching us something called ‘Safe Haven Dialogues’, the goal of which is to empower ‘Aggrieved Individuals’ in the workplace. This concept is applied to real cases and used to assess the principle of equity and inclusion.
There are multiple positive aspects of this book. The author tells us that the book was motivated by the tragedy of George Floyd’s death and the cases of racism with which the author himself has been involved. The author’s personal experiences support his words with legitimacy, while the fact of his revelation following George Floyd’s murder is something many across the world can identify with. He recounts stories that he has lived through, which gives the reader an intimate insight into his struggles. The book's content is backed by references and sources, which are mentioned at the end, so it doesn’t feel as if the author is not taking his words seriously. He is showing us the stark reality.
The book’s formatting is done well, and the important terms are in bold so our mind registers them more efficiently. The author has provided a useful matrix to describe the concepts being used. The terms are well explained, and the reader is never left confused. The author proposes certain dimensions, as well as critical questions to aid critical examination. The book offers enlightening views, such as suggesting that our discomfort with having difficult conversations leads to needless complexity. It is worded in such a way that it does not sound condescending; rather, the bona fide intentions of the author seep through the words.
I cannot think of anything to fault with this book. The only minor thing that comes to mind is that some of the statistics are repeated, which makes it seem a little redundant. I found a few errors, such as unnecessary spaces, but these did not distract from the book's content.
I would rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It was truly an eye-opening read, and very understandable. It not only made me reconsider my opinions but also gave me the knowledge to expand upon them. The minor errors mentioned do not warrant the deduction of a star. I would recommend it to people who are looking to learn more about the complex structure of systemic discrimination, particularly to people in management.
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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
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