IntersectionAllies: We Make Room for All
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[A] celebration of solidarity, allyship, and community...A welcoming resource for conversations about equality and social justice that shows readers how identities are made up of myriad influences.—PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
The brainchild of three women-of-color sociologists, IntersectionAllies is a smooth, gleeful entry into intersectional feminism. The nine interconnected characters proudly describe themselves and their backgrounds, involving topics that range from a physical disability to language brokering, offering an opportunity to take pride in a personal story and connect to collective struggle for justice.
The group bond grounds the message of allyship and equality. When things get hard, the kids support each other for who they are: Parker defends Kate, a genderfluid character who eschews skirts for a superhero cape; Heejung welcomes Yuri, a refugee escaping war, into their community; and Alejandra’s family cares for Parker after school while her mother works. Advocating respect and inclusion, IntersectionAllies is a necessary tool for learning to embrace, rather than shy away from, difference.
Featuring gorgeous illustrations on every page by Ashley Seil Smith, as well as powerful introductions by activist and law professor Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, who coined the term “intersectionality,” and Dr. Ange-Marie Hancock Alfaro, author of Intersectionality: An Intellectual History.
También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 56
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2019
Publisher: Dottir Press
Language: en
ISBN: 9781948340083
Creator Bio
Chelsea Johnson, LaToya Council, Carolyn Choi, and Ashley Seil Smith are a diverse group of writers who came together to create IntersectionAllies: We Make Room for All. Chelsea Johnson is a writer, activist, and educator who is passionate about creating inclusive and equitable spaces for marginalized communities. LaToya Council is a social worker and advocate for social justice, with a focus on empowering women and girls. Carolyn Choi is a writer, editor, and educator with a background in social justice and diversity education. Ashley Seil Smith is an illustrator and designer who uses her art to amplify marginalized voices and promote social change. Together, these four authors have combined their talents and experiences to create a powerful and impactful book that celebrates diversity and inclusivity.
