Psychology of Social Justice

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This course is an analysis of systems which affect our lives on a personal level. In order to really understand how we function as psychological and spiritual beings, we must understand how systems may enhance our development or create barriers in our lives. This class will help us to further realize that we are not ahistorical beings, but are transformative agents that can and will make a profound difference in the world. This class will introduce students to the works of Paulo Freire and Bell Hooks and will explore these works and examine their implications for psychology.