Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm

Robin DiAngelo's follow-up work to "White Fragility" explores how well-intentioned white people unknowingly perpetuate racial harm, offering a path forward for white readers to align their values with their actual practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Racism is a complex issue that cannot be reduced to a simple dichotomy of good people versus bad. In her book "White Fragility," Robin DiAngelo delves into the intricate system of racism and how it is ingrained into the socialization of all white individuals. DiAngelo goes further to make a provocative claim that white progressives often perpetuate the most harm to people of color on a daily basis.

In her follow-up work, "Nice Racism," DiAngelo expands on this topic and offers a comprehensive exploration of how white people contribute to racial harm. Drawing on her background as a sociologist and over twenty-five years of experience as an antiracist educator, DiAngelo provides a nuanced and empathetic perspective.

Rather than writing exclusively to people of color, DiAngelo addresses white readers directly, recognizing the common racial patterns that perpetuate harm. She breaks down these patterns and sheds light on how well-intentioned white people may unknowingly perpetuate racial injustice. DiAngelo candidly shares her own missteps and struggles, modeling a path forward for white readers to confront their complicity and embrace courage, lifelong commitment, and accountability.

"Nice Racism" is an essential read for any white person who desires to align their values with their actions and work towards becoming an antiracist. It offers valuable insights and perspectives to people of color, providing them with an insider's understanding of whiteness and its impact on society. By reading this book, white individuals can develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by people of color and work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable world.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780141997421