Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education
This is the long-awaited third edition of the bestselling, multi-award–winning introduction to foundational concepts in social justice education.

Accessible to students from high school through graduate school, this comprehensive resource addresses the most common stumbling blocks to understanding social justice. In response to the deep divides in public discourse, this edition provides a framework for reaching common ground on issues of justice within a pluralistic democracy. The authors have updated statistics, research, and examples, and revised discussion questions and extension activities to guide classroom dialogue and engagement with today’s complex issues. New topics include the science of sex and gender, and the political backlash against equity and racial justice efforts. The authors trace the roots of white supremacy globally in the history of colonialism. Concepts such as oligarchy, kleptocracy, and capitalism’s relationship to democracy are introduced and discussed. Is Everyone Really Equal? is an up-to-date and engaging textbook and professional development resource that includes many user-friendly features, examples, vignettes, and activities to not just define but illustrate key concepts.

Book Features:

  • User-friendly features such as accessible language, “definition boxes” to reinforce concepts, “perspective checks” to acknowledge multiple viewpoints, and “stop boxes” that anticipate and address common points of resistance.
  • A glossary that includes an explanation of social justice language and its complexities and changes over time.
  • Discussion questions, extension activities, and exercises for book groups and classroom study.
  • An accessible resource for instructors in disciplines including education, sociology, political science, criminal justice, nursing, social work, health sciences, gender and sexuality studies, and race and ethnic studies in the United States and Canada.
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Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education
This is the long-awaited third edition of the bestselling, multi-award–winning introduction to foundational concepts in social justice education.

Accessible to students from high school through graduate school, this comprehensive resource addresses the most common stumbling blocks to understanding social justice. In response to the deep divides in public discourse, this edition provides a framework for reaching common ground on issues of justice within a pluralistic democracy. The authors have updated statistics, research, and examples, and revised discussion questions and extension activities to guide classroom dialogue and engagement with today’s complex issues. New topics include the science of sex and gender, and the political backlash against equity and racial justice efforts. The authors trace the roots of white supremacy globally in the history of colonialism. Concepts such as oligarchy, kleptocracy, and capitalism’s relationship to democracy are introduced and discussed. Is Everyone Really Equal? is an up-to-date and engaging textbook and professional development resource that includes many user-friendly features, examples, vignettes, and activities to not just define but illustrate key concepts.

Book Features:

  • User-friendly features such as accessible language, “definition boxes” to reinforce concepts, “perspective checks” to acknowledge multiple viewpoints, and “stop boxes” that anticipate and address common points of resistance.
  • A glossary that includes an explanation of social justice language and its complexities and changes over time.
  • Discussion questions, extension activities, and exercises for book groups and classroom study.
  • An accessible resource for instructors in disciplines including education, sociology, political science, criminal justice, nursing, social work, health sciences, gender and sexuality studies, and race and ethnic studies in the United States and Canada.
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Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education

Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education

Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education

Is Everyone Really Equal?: An Introduction to Key Concepts in Social Justice Education

Overview

This is the long-awaited third edition of the bestselling, multi-award–winning introduction to foundational concepts in social justice education.

Accessible to students from high school through graduate school, this comprehensive resource addresses the most common stumbling blocks to understanding social justice. In response to the deep divides in public discourse, this edition provides a framework for reaching common ground on issues of justice within a pluralistic democracy. The authors have updated statistics, research, and examples, and revised discussion questions and extension activities to guide classroom dialogue and engagement with today’s complex issues. New topics include the science of sex and gender, and the political backlash against equity and racial justice efforts. The authors trace the roots of white supremacy globally in the history of colonialism. Concepts such as oligarchy, kleptocracy, and capitalism’s relationship to democracy are introduced and discussed. Is Everyone Really Equal? is an up-to-date and engaging textbook and professional development resource that includes many user-friendly features, examples, vignettes, and activities to not just define but illustrate key concepts.

Book Features:

  • User-friendly features such as accessible language, “definition boxes” to reinforce concepts, “perspective checks” to acknowledge multiple viewpoints, and “stop boxes” that anticipate and address common points of resistance.
  • A glossary that includes an explanation of social justice language and its complexities and changes over time.
  • Discussion questions, extension activities, and exercises for book groups and classroom study.
  • An accessible resource for instructors in disciplines including education, sociology, political science, criminal justice, nursing, social work, health sciences, gender and sexuality studies, and race and ethnic studies in the United States and Canada.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780807787793
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Publication date: 12/19/2025
Series: Multicultural Education Series
Edition description: 3rd ed.
Pages: 336
Product dimensions: 6.38(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Robin DiAngelo is an affiliate associate professor of education at the University of Washington and author of Seeing Whiteness: The Essential Essays of Robin DiAngelo. Özlem Sensoy is professor of education and inaugural director of the Cassidy Centre for Educational Justice at Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“Sensoy and DiAngelo masterfully unpack complex concepts in a highly readable and engaging fashion for readers ranging from preservice through experienced classroom teachers. The authors treat readers as intelligent thinkers who are capable of deep reflection and ethical action. I love their comprehensive development of a critical social justice framework, and their blend of conversation, clarity, and research. I heartily recommend this book!”
—Christine Sleeter, professor emerita, California State University Monterey Bay


“The authors provide an inspired yet accessible lens into how social inequity is reproduced. This is an incredible gift for encouraging their audience to reexamine views on race, gender, and minority stereotypes. This book will change you!”
—Dr. Byron D. Joyner, vice dean for Graduate Medical Education and Designated Institutional Official, University of Washington


“Sensoy and DiAngelo bring their knowledge and insights as engaged educators and scholars to this second edition. They have thoughtfully updated their chapters, concepts, and examples for the current sociocultural and political climate of teaching and learning in contemporary schools. A wonderful, accessible text!”
—Annette Henry, David Lam Chair in Multicultural Education and professor, University of British Columbia

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