Everyday injustice
Subtitle: Latino professionals and racism
By: Maria Chávez
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Lanham, Md
Language: eng
Number of pages: 267
ISBN-13: 9781442209190; 9781442209213
Subjects: Hispanic Americans; Hispanic American lawyers; Social conditions; Minorities in the professions; Employment; Racism
Description: "As members of the fastest-growing demographic group in America, Latinos are increasingly represented in the professional class, but they continue to face significant racism. Everyday Injustice introduces readers to the challenges facing Latino professionals today. Examining the experiences of many of the most privileged members of the largest racial and ethnic community in the United States, Maria Chávez provides important insights into the challenges facing racialized groups, particularly Latinos, in the United States. Her study looks at Latino lawyers in depth, weaving powerful personal stories and interview excerpts with a broader analysis of survey research and focus groups. The book examines racial framing in America, the role of language andculture among Latino professionals, the role of Latinos in the workplace, their level of civic participation, and the important role that education plays in improving their experiences. One chapter discusses the unique challenges that Latinas face in theworkplace as both women and people of color. The findings outlined in Everyday Injustice suggest that despite considerable success in overcoming educational, economic, and class barriers, Latino professionals still experience marginalization. A powerful illustration of racism and inequality in America"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction: Latinos and race in America; title: Latino culture: the foundation to persevere; title: Latinos in the workplace; title: Latina struggles: challenges for women; title: Civic participation among Latino professionals; title: Education matters; title: Conclusion: Latino professionals in America.