How Studying Privilege Systems Can Strengthen Compassion | Peggy McIntosh
Project LEARN Category
L- Listen
E- Educate
Intended Audience(s)
Theme/Focus
White Privilege
Video Details
Creator: TEDx Talks
Release Date: November 5, 2012
Running Time: 18:26
Video Synopsis
Many of us believe that we're living in a meritocracy, deserving of what we have and compassionate toward those with less. But that's not true: white people have been given a headstart and ongoing advantages due to the color of their skin, while people of color suffer from equally arbitrary disadvantages, says scholar and activist Peggy McIntosh. She explains what led her to recognize her privilege — and how it can be used by those with power to ensure a fairer life for others.