Male privilege Quote by Peggy McIntosh
“I think whites are carefully taught not to recognize white privilege, as males are taught not to recognize male privilege.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: White Privilege, 1988
She claims both genders are taught to ignore their respective privileges.
In simple terms: People are taught not to see their own privileges.
Raise awareness of hidden privileges.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- policy making
- diversity training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we effectively teach privilege awareness?
- What steps follow recognition?
Awareness alone may not change behavior.