Thursday, November 18, 11:30 AM on Zoom

WA Online Branch’s second program meeting of 2021-2022 will be a wide-ranging discussion exploring books that contribute to our understanding of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  Following the lead of AAUW-WA focus on DEI in the state, we present a list of 5 books; readers can read them all, or select one that appeals to them.

 White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo

SoYou Want to Talk about Race by Ijeoma Oluo

My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem

Daddy was a Number Runner by Louise Merriwether

Me and White Supremecy by Layla Saad

Benevolent Sexism – A blog in Scientific American—“The Problem When Sexism Just sounds so Darn Friendly” is the inspiration for the May Hot Topics get together. Sexism, like racism, is a form of prejudice but it’s not always “sticks and stones”–it’s not always hostile. Sometimes it feels good—complements on womanly virtues, admiration for masculine talents. What is B.S exactly? How is it different from hostile sexism? Is it sexism at all? Are we just being too sensitive?

Keep on the alert for cultural cues that generalize about the qualities of males and females, whether positive or negative. Should women accept or rebel? Why do stereotypes persist? Consider the argument that women and men are “hard wired” to perpetuate sexism.

Here are some articles to read and then join our discussion. Have you even encountered benevolent sexism? How did you react? Is it less prevalent than it use to be?

http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/psysociety/2013/04/02/benevolent-sexism/

http://www.nationalreview.com/articles/335405/benevolent-sexism-katherine-connell

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/10/111004121314.htm

http://pwq.sagepub.com/content/35/3/530

This is the place to share about our June, July and August book group books.

Tell us a little about yourself. How long have you been an AAUW member? Do you belong to any other branches? Do you hold any offices? Anything personal you want to share?