<p><strong>As a white woman, ask yourself: are you upholding or fighting racism? </strong></p><p><em>What''s Up with White Women? </em>is a practical guide for white women who are interested in becoming more effective in their cross-cultural, anti-racist practices.</p><p>Blending real-life stories, theory, and anti-racism practices from decades of on-the-ground work, the authors invite white women to understand their gendered role in systemic racism and their unique opportunity for action. Both frank and compassionate, coverage includes:</p><ul><li>Stories of white women''s experiences with sexism, racism, and white privilege</li><li>How white women harm BIPOC and ourselves by colluding with systems of oppression</li><li>Why and how white women often hijack race conversations</li><li>A powerful six-stage identity development model for self-reflection and growth</li><li>Guiding questions and practical actions for strengthening anti-racism practices</li><li>Tools to cultivate genuine par