Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the United States
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the United States
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USDThis textbook summarizes key issues related to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the United States. Over 12 chapters, it explores police violence against Black people, xenophobia against Latinx immigrants, and growing hostility against Asian Americans, transgender people, immigrants, and refugees. Each chapter employs interactive and engaging opportunities to learn, making it the ideal introductory resource for undergraduate students. The text is structured around real-world stories, which exemplify the humanity of each topic and highlight the complexity of issues at hand. Dedicated to creating the best learning experience, Causadias presents questions for further discussion or to enhance comprehension, defines key concepts, debunks popular myths, summarizes evidence from trusted sources that challenge misinformation and disinformation, and proposes in-class exercises. Curated reading lists can be found at the end of every chapter for readers to probe deeper into specific sources and expand their understanding of different topics. This book is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
- The basic components of theories such as critical race theory and intersectionality are discussed in detail and illustrated with examples, allowing students from non-social science backgrounds to master these concepts
- Case studies explore how real individuals experience issues related to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, grounding theories in reality
- Questions and exercises help students learn actively and reflect as they progress through the chapters
- Suggested further readings and videos allow students to engage with topics outside of the classroom and broaden their understanding of key issues
Reviews & endorsements
‘Insightful. Relatable. Approachable. Through a series of intersectional and interactive exercises, this textbook challenges readers to bear witness to historical and current events that shape our understanding of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. In a compassionate manner, José Causadias invites the reader to interrogate ways in which they can work toward collective liberation. This volume is a must-have for academics, practitioners, and policymakers!’ Roberto L. Abreu, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Florida, and Founder of the ¡Chévere! Lab
‘Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the United States is essential reading for this moment: a time when these very ideas are being silenced and stripped from public discourse. José Causadias offers a masterclass in critical consciousness, stitchng together historical context, critical analysis, and clear explanations with humanizing case studies and interactive discussion points that will surely spark reflection and action. This textbook is insightful, accessible, and urgently needed. I will definitely use this in my classrooms and share with others.’ Helen A. Neville, Professor of Educational Psychology and African American Studies, University of Illinois
‘José Causadias has written a textbook that speaks directly to the urgency of our times. Insightful and timely, it’s an invaluable resource for navigating today’s most pressing societal debates in the classroom. By guiding readers through facts, current events, and meaningful activism, the chapters empower educators and students alike to engage with the world in informed and impactful ways.’ Silvia Rodriguez Vega, Assistant Professor, University of California, Santa Barbara, and author of Drawing Deportation
‘The release of this textbook could not be more timely. José Causadias takes the reader on a journey starting from the origins of the United States, tracing the evolution from the proclamation that “All men are created equal” to our current day struggles with recognizing the basic humanity and rights of residents. Told through the biographical lens of notable Americans, guided exercises, and discussion prompts, the author deftly guides the reader through a tumultuous voyage that questions the very foundations and assumptions of democracy. I am excited for students to embark on this investigation to chart their own intellectual expeditions, develop critical conscious, and interrogate the meaning of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion today and for future generations.’ Tiffany Yip, Professor of Psychology, Fordham University, and Principal Investigator of the Youth Development in Diverse Contexts Lab
Product details
August 2025Paperback
9781009096836
248 pages
247 × 187 mm
Not yet published - available from August 2025
Table of Contents
- List of boxes
- List of figures
- List of images
- List of tables
- Acknowledgements
- Preface
- Part I. This is America!:
- 1. What is justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion? Understanding the American dream
- 2. What is whiteness? Understanding the American nightmare
- 3. What is Thanksgiving? Understanding American culture
- Part II. Learning from Women of Color:
- 4. Why do we have police killings? Understanding critical race theory
- 5. Why are Black mothers dying? Understanding intersectionality
- 6. Why are indigenous women and girls missing and murdered? Understanding settler colonialism and patriarchy
- Part III. 'Law and Order':
- 7. Who is a threat to our values? Understanding heteronormativity and cisgenderism
- 8. Who is a threat to our health? Understanding anti-Asian racism and the COVID-19 pandemic
- 9. Who is a threat to our safety? Understanding xenophobia against Latinx immigrants
- Part IV. Time to Act!:
- 10. How do we confront ableism? Understanding accessibility
- 11. How do we fight dehumanization? Understanding humanness
- 12. How do we achieve justice? Understanding healing, hope, and reparations
- Bibliography
- Index.
