Apryl Williams
Not My Type: Automating Sexual Racism in Online Dating
Not My Type: Automating Sexual Racism in Online Dating
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Online dating platforms actively reproduce racist and sexist hierarchies, according to Apryl Williams' book "Not My Type: Automating Sexual Racism in Online Dating," which argues that sexual racism is a central feature of today's online dating culture. She calls for a reconceptualization of technology and policies and a reexamination of sociocultural beliefs about attraction, beauty, and desirability.
Format: Hardback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2024
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Online dating has become a prevalent platform for individuals to connect with potential partners, but unfortunately, race-based discrimination is not only tolerated but often encouraged as part of a pervasive belief that it is a neutral and personal choice regarding one's romantic partner. This belief permeates the algorithmic infrastructures of most major online dating platforms, leading them to openly reproduce racist and sexist hierarchies. In her book, Not My Type: Automating Sexual Racism in Online Dating, Apryl Williams delves into the socio-technical aspects of dating platforms, including their algorithms, lack of transparency, legal and ethical discourse, and community guidelines. Through a comprehensive exploration, Williams argues that sexual racism is a central feature of today's online dating culture. She discusses this reality in the context of facial recognition and sorting software, as well as user experiences, drawing parallels to the long history of eugenics and banned interracial partnerships.
Williams emphasizes the need for a reconceptualization of the technology and policies that govern dating agencies, as well as a reexamination of sociocultural beliefs about attraction, beauty, and desirability. She calls for a more inclusive and equitable online dating landscape that promotes diversity and rejects discriminatory practices. By shedding light on the pervasive nature of sexual racism in online dating, Not My Type: Automating Sexual Racism in Online Dating serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equality in all aspects of technology and society.
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781503635043
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