About the Book
During times of crises, such as pandemics, natural disasters, global poverty, nationwide economic issues, and social justice upheavals, African Americans often encounter issues of systemic racism. Turbulent times for African Americans often lead to disparities in the areas of finances, housing, education, nutrition, health, employment, and the criminal justice system. Addressing Issues of Systemic Racism During Turbulent Times raises awareness of the obstacles of institutional racism encountered by African Americans during crucial times with the hopes of providing the needed support for individuals to navigate the systemic barriers. The publication also provides research-based information to create an awareness of issues of systemic racism encountered by African Americans during a time of crisis. Additionally, it focuses on how to create, cultivate, and maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion for marginalized populations. Covering key topics such as healthcare disparities and racial microaggressions, this book is crucial for community and civic organizations, government officials, policymakers, managers, sociologists, activists, academicians, researchers, and students.
About the Author :
Jennifer T. Butcher , Ph.D. is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Abilene Christian University Dallas. She also serves as a Professor in the School of Educational Leadership for ACU Dallas. Dr. Butcher has more than thirty-five years of experience in the educational arena as a public-school teacher, school administrator, university professor, and Director of DEI. She has presented at various international, national, regional and state conferences, including presentations in Italy, Morocco, Spain and England. Dr. Butcher has numerous publications in the area of educational leadership and diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is co-author of the book Going to College with Autism: Tips and Strategies from Successful Voices. Dr. Butcher is also co-editor of the book Overcoming Challenges and Creating Opportunity for African American Male Students, which was featured in IGI Global’s July 2020 comprehensive digital brochure on Social Movements, Equality, Misinformation, and Civic Engagement. Her research interests include Social Justice Issues, Special Populations, College Readiness, and Women in Leadership. Wilbert C. Baker , D.Min., is founder and senior pastor of Lakeland Missionary Baptist Church of Humble, Texas, Principal of the Great Commission Institute, and Chaplain of the Humble Police Department. He served as pastor of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, and Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church Houston, Texas. Dr. Baker earned a doctorate in ministry at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas and has Master of Divinity and Bachelor of Business Administration degrees. He has been active in ministry, inner-city education, and community activism for over thirty years. His research includes Social Justice, Evangelical Theology, Liberation Theology, American History, African American History, Inner-city Missions, Evangelism, and training Inner-City Transient Apartment Dwellers. Dr. Baker has presented in national, regional, and state conferences. He is committed to anti racism and community transformation. In his spare time, he enjoys mentoring young men and traveling with his family.
