Challenging White Privilege From the Inside

Intended Audience:   general public, educators

Key Points:This article presents an interesting look at how some of the most privileged students in NY schools are taking a look at identity, power and privilege and showcases some discussions of the meaning and repercussions of what has come be know as white privilege. It also points out that diversity teaching is becoming aware that life is not lived in a bubble but is global and needs to be inclusive to all.

Relevance: It corresponds to the  chapters we have read and discussed in Critical Perspectives

URL: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/22/nyregion/at-new-york-private-schools-challenging-white-privilege-from-the-inside.html?ref=education