Integrating Mindfulness into Anti-Oppression Pedagogy Social Justice in Higher Education

Drawing from mindfulness education and social justice teaching, this book explores an anti-oppressive pedagogy for university and college classrooms. Authentic classroom discussions about oppression and diversity can be difficult; a mindful approach allows students to explore their experiences with compassion and to engage in critical inquiry to confront their deeply held beliefs and value systems. This engaging book is full of practical tips for deepening learning, addressing challenging situations, and providing mindfulness practices in anti-oppression classrooms. Integrating Mindfulness into Anti-Oppression Pedagogy is for all higher education professionals interested in pedagogy that empowers and engages students in the complex unlearning of oppression.

Chapter One: Mindful Anti-Oppression Pedagogy. Chapter Two: Bringing the Body Back In. Chapter Three: Recognizing and Unlearning Internalized Oppression. Chapter Four: Dismantling Privilege with Mindful Listening. Chapter Five: Reframing Student Resistance as Mindful Dissonance. Chapter Six: Critiques and Challenges of Mindful Anti-Oppression Pedagogy. Chapter Seven: Building Empowered, Compassionate Communities.

Beth Berila is the Director of the Women’s Studies Program and a Professor in the Ethnic and Women’s Studies Department at St. Cloud State University, USA.