Deconstructing Racism

In Deconstructing Racism, Barbara Crain Major and Joseph Barndt draw on their collective ninety years of experience as community organizers and anti-racism trainers to explore the deep-rooted systems of racism embedded in society and church institutions. The authors delve into the complexities and invisible patterns that perpetuate racism, offering a framework for understanding race-based identity and cultural issues. Through targeted chapters, they provide practical anti-racism strategies for community organizers and challenge faith communities to pursue racial healing through honest reflection and institutional reform. The book culminates in a proposed pathway to anti-racist reconstruction, outlining new models for accountability and decision-making in a just society.