Black Fatigue

Experience the profound insights of Mary-Frances Winters in 'Black Fatigue', a groundbreaking exploration of the intergenerational impacts of systemic racism. This essential trade paperback delves into the physical, mental, and emotional toll that Black people endure every day in their fight against inequities and injustices. With 256 pages of compelling narratives and research, the book reveals why the persistent fatigue felt by the Black community is not just personal but a deeply rooted societal issue. It is a clarion call for collective action and understanding, inviting all readers to confront the uncomfortable truths of systemic inequities and the need for meaningful change. The author articulates the challenges faced from economics to education, and the stagnation in Black health outcomes despite decades of social justice movements. With a focus on the lived experiences of Black individuals, this book is not just a reflection of fatigue but a guide to fostering empathy and driving social progress. Order now to gain insight into the urgent conversations surrounding race, justice, and health, understanding the 'living while Black' experience that needs to be addressed collectively. Enjoy FREE shipping on your purchase and allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781523091300
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 256


Description:
This is the first book to define and explore Black fatigue, the intergenerational impact of systemic racism on the physical and psychological health of Black people--and explain why and how society needs to collectively do more to combat its pernicious effects.

Black people, young and old, are fatigued, says award-winning diversity and inclusion leader Mary-Frances Winters. It is physically, mentally, and emotionally draining to continue to experience inequities and even atrocities, day after day, when justice is a God-given and legislated right. And it is exhausting to have to constantly explain this to white people, even--and especially--well-meaning white people, who fall prey to white fragility and too often are unwittingly complicit in upholding the very systems they say they want dismantled.

This book, designed to illuminate the myriad dire consequences of "living while Black," came at the urging of Winters's Black friends and colleagues. Winters describes how in every aspect of life--from economics to education, work, criminal justice, and, very importantly, health outcomes--for the most part, the trajectory for Black people is not improving. It is paradoxical that, with all the attention focused over the last fifty years on social justice and diversity and inclusion, little progress has been made in actualizing the vision of an equitable society.

Black people are quite literally sick and tired of being sick and tired. Winters writes that "my hope for this book is that it will provide a comprehen

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