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While reading this book, you can replace the word "racism" with "gender" or "class," and you will find that much of what DiAngelo suggests applies to other forms of prejudice and discrimination.

"White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism" by Robin DiAngelo was translated into Arabic by Nawal Al-Ali and published by Takween Publications as part of a distinguished series of thought-provoking books.

About White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Upon its release in 2018, this book caused division among white American anti-racists who considered themselves progressive and far removed from racial discrimination. It also provoked frustration among some Black readers, who felt that the author arrogantly assumed she understood their experiences with racism. Some even described the book as racist, despite the author's sincere intentions.

Robin DiAngelo, an expert in critical discourse analysis, whiteness studies, and diversity consulting, coined the term “white fragility” to describe a system of social, cultural, and psychological forces that prevent white people from acknowledging their hidden and elusive racism.

Following the protests after George Floyd’s killing, White Fragility topped The New York Times bestseller list and was utilized by universities and institutions across the United States for self-criticism, encouraging introspection on racial biases that many unknowingly perpetuate. Although the book appears to address white liberalism specifically, every society has a segment that views itself as "progressive white," outwardly opposing bias and discrimination while unintentionally sustaining their existence.

Excerpt from White Fragility

"Whiteness is built upon a fundamental assumption: defining white people as the standard or measure of humanity, while considering people of color as deviations from this norm."