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Oppression and Social Justice in the United States
Introduction and Alignment
By exploring the underlying nature and causes of prejudice, discrimination, and oppression in the United States, you will examine and question why certain groups are treated differently in this country and are subjected to harsh and oppressive policies and practices. By investigating the institutionalization of oppression and discrimination and how federal policies have manifested racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, etc., in this country, you will analyze how oppression and inequality are sustained by our brand of market capitalism.
Resources—SEE FILES
• Textbook: Social Policy and Social Change
• Video: Immigration Battle
Background Information

Through a necessary grounding in social work theory, the exploration of oppression, discrimination, and prejudice takes root both in an ecological context and through the lens of human agency theory. Systemic injustice and social inequality occur multidimensionally, and classical conceptualizations of oppression within society—such as racism, sexism, classism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, and belief-based bigotry—do not act independently of each other. Instead, they interrelate, creating a system of oppression that reflects multiple forms of discrimination. This intersectionality is explored through a deep dive into immigration policy and the struggle of immigrants in this country.
Instructions

  1. In your textbook, Social Policy and Social Change, read Chapter 6, “Oppression and Social Justice in the United States.”
  2. Watch the video, “Immigration Battle.” This video looks inside the hard-fought battles and negotiations over immigration reform on Capitol Hill that impact the fate of millions.
    Navigate to the threaded discussion below and respond to the following:

a. In the video, what advocacy strategies did you see being employed in the fight for immigration reform? Is immigration reform a social justice issue, a legal issue, or both?
b. Describe a public policy controversy covered in the news media related to immigration issues. Relate your answer to ecological systems theory or conflict theory.
c. In what ways can your knowledge of the immigration system and its challenges help you to be more culturally competent and empathetic when working with immigrants to this country (both those with and without legal status)?

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