Beyond Identity Politics: Universal Social Equality as a Basis for Freedom and Liberation

This course is for people interested in what neohumanism contributes to our understanding of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. Our contemporary world is riven with social antagonisms and political vitriol that many blame on “identity politics,” a term that gets tossed around often but without clear understanding of what it means or entails. So, what is “identity politics,” and why is it so charged? Where did it come from, how did it develop, and what are its implications? Are there are other forms of political engagement and social movement more suitable to the challenges we currently face? In this two-part course we’ll explore these questions and examine the possibility that identity politics does more to reinforce the status quo than to challenge it. As an alternative, we’ll consider how neohumanism engages issues of identity and advances universal social equality as the basis of human freedom and liberation.

We strive to make our courses available to all. This program is offered on a sliding scale according to your ability to pay. You will choose an amount at registration. If you pay on the higher end you will be a "supporter" allowing others with financial challenges access to the course. Thank you.

Minimum amount: $25 Suggested amount: $50 Supporting amount: $100