Robin DiAngelo
What’s inside
White Fragility by sociologist Robin DiAngelo explores the defensive reactions white people often have when their racial worldviews are challenged. DiAngelo unpicks these reactions and presents a persuasive argument for the need of white people to confront their racial discomfort and examine their biases. The book underscores the importance of white people in the fight against racism.
You’ll Learn
- Gain a deeper understanding of systemic racism
- Learn about the concept of ‘white fragility’
- Equip oneself with knowledge to challenge racial bias and privilege
- Understand personal role in perpetuating or combating racism
Key Points
- Understanding White Fragility
- Insidiousness of Racism in Everyday Life
- White Privilege and its Blindspots
- Systemic Racism and White Supremacy
- Racism Beyond Individual Acts
- How to Break the Cycle of White Fragility
- Role of White people in Dismantling Racism
Who’s it For
- Social activists
- People learning about racism
- White readers seeking self-awareness
- Educators
About the author
Dr. Robin DiAngelo is a scholar, facilitator, and former professor known for her work on issues of racial and social justice. She has been hailed for her incisive analyses of white fragility, a concept she introduced.