Review of Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem" by Dr. Frank L. Douglas.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Research shows that an individual spends about a third of their lifetime at work. So it is essential that employers provide job satisfaction for their employees. In today’s world, most organisations have tried to imbibe a culture of diversity and inclusion. Yet, systemic discrimination in the workplace still exists. What if there’s a way to resolve the problem permanently? The book, Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem by Dr. Frank L. Douglas gives an insight into how this might work.

I like how the author presented his facts in the book. It is obvious a lot of research has gone into it, and after reading his bio at the end of the book, it is easy to understand why. Apart from his numerous qualifications and long-standing career, he is also the founder and CEO of Safe Haven Dialogues. The goal is to empower disgruntled employees to have a voice by consulting with their superiors to find an amicable solution.

I also like how his writing style is clear and easy to understand. I was expecting it to read like a research paper, so I was pleasantly surprised. The components of the book are broken down for easier comprehension so that anyone can absorb the message.

The case studies are my favourite part of the book. Rather than give theories, the author presented real-life situations and a working solution known as the reframing process. This can be used to help individuals with systemic discrimination in the workplace. I found some of the cases relatable, and they just made me realise how much racism and abuse have eaten deep into the fabric of the workplace. Citing the horrible case of George Floyd at the beginning really drives this home and highlights the severity of the problem.

There’s nothing about the book that I dislike. I would rate it 5 out of 5 stars for being very informative and helpful. I didn’t spot a single error which made me conclude that it was exceptionally well-edited. I did come across a couple of profane words, but they didn’t affect my reading experience. I would recommend this book to managers and human resources professionals. Forward-thinking organisations that have the interests of their employees at heart would also benefit greatly from this book.

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Addressing Systemic Discrimination by Reframing the Problem
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