Overcoming Our Racism: The Journey to Liberation

by Derald Wing Sue

This extraordinary book by Derald Wing Sue, a highly-regarded academic and author, helps readers understand and combat racism in themselves. It defines racism not only as extreme acts of hatred, but as "any attitude, action or institutional structure or social policy that subordinates a person or group because of their color." This landmark work offers an antidote to this pervasive social problem.

*Shows how each of us has a role in the oppression of others, and what we can do about it
*Offers a way to overcome racism on a very intimate level
*Outlines specific guidelines and suggested activities

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Race, Counselling, Anti Racist, Social Justice

297 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Derald Wing Sue is a professor of counseling psychology at Columbia University. He has authored several books, including Counseling the Culturally Diverse: Theory and Practice, Overcoming our Racism, and Understanding Abnormal Behavior.

Reviews

[Greg]

This book really challenged me in the best way possible and completely opened my eyes. I could discuss the pros and cons of the book for days but let's just leave it at I am the person I am today (and continuously evolving) because I read this book.

[Jeff]

If this book doesn't make you angry, then there is something wrong with you. However, by becoming angry you will examine things in a different light. You are not bad, but you must become aware of things in the world to help ensure you don't become a racist. Challenging, but worth it.

[Kenneth Johns]

If you think you are "woke", think again. You don't have to wear a white sheet and hood to be racist. I learned about my implicit biases but also learned how to overcome them. Great book! Easy reading

[Cheryl]

This was the most personally difficult book for me to read, as it challenged what it means to be White, but the most rewarding and ultimately freeing book for me. I am currently re-reading this book in order for me to teach my students about awareness of racism within themselves.

[Dave]

An essential look at how the racism has and continues to shape society.