We Must Say No to the Status Quo

Educators as Allies in the Battle for Social Justice

It takes more than good intentions to make meaningful change

The “spirit slashing” of injustice: that is how McDermott describes the psychic toll that marginalized students face every day. So how can you make a difference? McDermott gives you the tools to become a powerful ally, showing you how to:

• Better understand injustice so you can pierce the fog of privilege and embrace ally-hood
• Fill the gap between your desire to eliminate injustice and the attitudes and skills required to be effective
• Leverage your natural strengths, including your disposition, educational training, and professional position
• Challenge the structural barriers, practices, and beliefs that diminish opportunities for many students