Understanding the Role of White Male Leadership in Diversity

Photo by Hunters Race on Unsplash

Photo by Hunters Race on Unsplash

Author: Cooper Thompson, M.S.

In this article, Cooper Thompson examines white male denial about oppression and some of the barriers to change around diversity work experienced by white males.

Through the presentation, he makes suggestions for overcoming these barriers and recognizing privilege that include finding ways to embrace—with head and heart—their role in changing cultural norms and expectations and embracing diversity.