social justice

"... readers will explore what social justice means in modern society and will be challenged to look at the areas in their own lives where they see a need for social justice through essays, reports, and discussions on equality, privilege and opportunity in the twenty-first century"--Back cover.

"From the president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a memoir about learning to lead and make change, based on a lifetime of fighting for women's rights and social justice"--Provided by publisher.

"... looks at trade from the perspective of making it fair for all people."--Provided by publisher.

Presents a discussion of different forms of social activism, covering various ways to fight for social justice, human rights, and more, covering poverty, racism, homelessness, and environmental issues.

Looks at how a smartphone can be used as a tool for social justice.

"Some of the literary world's most exciting writers look beyond numbers and wages to convey what it feels like to live in this divided nation. Their extraordinarily powerful stories, essays, and poems demonstrate how boundaries break down when experiences are shared, and that in sharing our stories we can help to alleviate a suffering that touches so many people."--Back cover.

Reverend and social entrepreneur Becca Stevens shares her experiences working with cooperatives and coalitions across the world to ensure the well being of the laborers who produce the fair trade tea served at her Thistle Stop Caf?, a business designed to provide employment opportunities for women recovering from violence and addiction.

This work covers the scope of oppressions in America. It contains a mix of short personal and theoretical essays and should be designed as an introduction to the topics at hand. The selections include writings from Cornel West, Michael Omi, Audre Lorde, Gloria Anzaldua and Michelle Fine.