Unpacking Sexism and White Privilege in Pursuit of Racial Justice

by Ilsa Govan and Tilman Smith

What's Up with White Women? is a practical guide for white women who are interested in becoming more effective in their cross-cultural, anti-racist practices.

Blending real-life stories, theory, and anti-racism practices from decades of on-the-ground work, the authors invite white women to understand their gendered role in systemic racism and their unique opportunity for action. Both frank and compassionate, coverage includes:

Stories of white women's experiences with sexism, racism, and white privilege
How white women harm BIPOC and ourselves by colluding with systems of oppression
Why and how white women often hijack race conversations
A powerful six-stage identity development model for self-reflection and growth
Guiding questions and practical actions for strengthening anti-racism practices
Tools to cultivate genuine partnerships with BIPOC individuals and groups.

White women are positioned in a power hierarchy between white men and BIPOC. It is time for white women to step up and undertake deep reflection on their role in systemic racism and take concrete actions that support equity and justice for all people.

About the Authors

Tilman Smith is an educator, consultant, facilitator, and activist focused on racial justice, white privilege, internalized sexism, and internalized white superiority. She lives in Seattle, WA.

Ilsa Govan is an anti-racist facilitator, consultant, leadership coach, activist, and the co-founder of Cultures Connecting, which has helped countless organizations put their vision of racial equity into practice. She lives in Seattle, WA.

Publisher: New Society Publishers
Pub. Date: 2021-10-19
ISBN: 9780865719613
Format: Paperback - 264 pages
Size: 6" x 9" (w x h)
BISAC: SOCIAL SCIENCE / Race & Ethnic Relations

What's Up with White Women? is a guide for white women to strengthen their anti-racism practices. A powerful model using self-reflection and real-life stories of white women's experiences with sexism and white privilege gives them the tools to cultivate genuine partnerships with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Book Awards

SILVER: 2022 IPPY Awards | Current Events II (Social Issues/Humanitarian)

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