Global Perspectives on Microaggressions in Higher Education: Understanding and Combating Covert Violence in Universities

This book recognizes microaggression as a pervasive issue in colleges and universities around the world and offers critical analyses of the local and institutional contexts in which such incidences of violence and discrimination occur. Authors from Egypt, Barbados, South Africa, Canada, and the United States explore the origins and forms of microaggression that impact students, faculty, and staff in higher education and address issues such as xenophobia, sexual violence, linguistic discrimination, and racial prejudice. Drawing on a range of theoretical frameworks and utilizing empirical, qualitative, and ethnographic methods, each chapter proposes practical ways to prevent violence through education, student agency, policy, and leadership.

Format: Hardback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 24 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the pervasive issue of microaggression in colleges and universities across the globe, providing critical analyses of the local and institutional contexts in which such incidents of violence and discrimination occur. Authored by esteemed scholars from diverse countries such as Egypt, Barbados, South Africa, Canada, and the United States, the book explores the origins and manifestations of microaggression, which have a profound impact on students, faculty, and staff in higher education institutions. The authors address a range of pressing issues, including xenophobia, sexual violence, linguistic discrimination, and racial prejudice, highlighting their detrimental effects on individuals and communities.

Drawing on a diverse array of theoretical frameworks, the book employs empirical, qualitative, and ethnographic methods to examine microaggressions perpetrated by both students and staff. Each chapter offers practical solutions to prevent violence through education, student agency, policy, and leadership, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and safe learning environments for all.

This book serves as a vital resource for educators and administrators in higher education, offering a contemporary global dialogue that sheds light on the complexities of microaggression and its impact on individuals and society. By exploring the origins, forms, and consequences of microaggression, the book provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by educators and administrators in addressing this issue and fostering a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032155050