Navigating Diversity: An Advocate's Guide Through the Maze of Race, Gender, Religion and More

by Patty Bates-Ballard and Gregory Smith

Book Overview

"Kudos to Patty Bates-Ballard and Gregory Smith for helping all of us navigate diversity matters. Using examples ripped from the headlines, pulled from diversity training, and repeated at the water cooler, Bates-Ballard and Smith offer multiple ways we can all deal with comments that are offensive or insensitive. With their open and balanced approach, their humor, and their admonition that we should all model the respect we want to receive, Navigating Diversity is an important tool for diversity advocates and for others. No matter how experienced the diversity advocate or leader, there is something to learn from this book." - Dr. Julianne Malveaux, President, Bennett College for Women

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1439208581
• ISBN13: 9781439208588
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Booksurge Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Quick read, handy reference book

This short book is an easy read--it provides concrete examples/ways to respond to various situations, and reminds us that no single response works for everyone. Thought-provoking.

A must read

I found the book to be very informative and useful in my work place and my daily life.

A Great Resource

This thought-provoking and informative work provides tools and guidance for healthier, more meaningful conversations about diversity. This simple and elegant work will sharpen our understanding and strengthen relationships in our personal and professional lives. A must-read for diversity advocates!

An excellent read!

A wonderful and practical primer on the most divisive topic in our country. Simply written and easily read, it provides real answers to actual questions/statements. Patty and Greg gives several replies to common racially charged statements that will benefit anyone who values and embraces diversity. A must read for anyone with an interest in the topic, and I would recommend this for every graduating high school student. It would be good for any diversity training workshop, and highly recommended for any diversity trainer.

How we all show our prejudices

A very easy read. Shows how we all say hurtfull things to people without even realizing it. Easy solutions to everyday situations we find ourselves in at work, church, school, any place we interact with other people. A must read for everyone!