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Perspectives on the lived realities of marginalized communities

Media
"Molly of Denali": The Alaskan "Reality" You Must See on TV

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on July 17, 2019

By reflecting Alaska’s Peoples, “Molly of Denali” is arguably the most "real" Alaskan show on TV. This is empowering to historically marginalized communities.

By reflecting Alaska’s Peoples, “Molly of Denali” is arguably the most "real" Alaskan show on TV. This is empowering to historically marginalized communities.

Health
Inequality, Equality, and Equity

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on March 7, 2019

An equality approach to addressing inequality seems logical, just, fair, and makes for "good optics." But a deeper look shows that the fairness it exudes is just an illusion.

An equality approach to addressing inequality seems logical, just, fair, and makes for "good optics." But a deeper look shows that the fairness it exudes is just an illusion.

Stress
The Psychological Toll Facing Immigrants in Today's America

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on September 6, 2017

The US Congress has the power to relieve 800,000 people and their families the burden of unnecessary stress. The US Congress has the power to stop oppression. Will they do it?

The US Congress has the power to relieve 800,000 people and their families the burden of unnecessary stress. The US Congress has the power to stop oppression. Will they do it?

Bias
Confronting Complex Multiracial Realities

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on June 1, 2017

Social psychology professor Saera Khan discusses the complexities of multiracial identity, prejudice, and discrimination in our especially tense sociopolitical climate.

Social psychology professor Saera Khan discusses the complexities of multiracial identity, prejudice, and discrimination in our especially tense sociopolitical climate.

Health
No, I'm Not "Good"

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on May 1, 2017

This is a raw, honest account of my experience as the first Filipina and Pacific Islander Student Body President for the University of Washington during a year of societal turmoil.

This is a raw, honest account of my experience as the first Filipina and Pacific Islander Student Body President for the University of Washington during a year of societal turmoil.

Bias
The Society of Indian Psychologists' Statement on the "Wall"

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on January 29, 2017

The Society of Indian Psychologists view the wall proposal for what it is at its very core, an act of symbolic racism toward particular people, which we cannot support.

The Society of Indian Psychologists view the wall proposal for what it is at its very core, an act of symbolic racism toward particular people, which we cannot support.

Identity
An Incomplete List of Filipino American Psych Books for 2017

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on December 30, 2016

In this season of year-end lists, the Filipino American experience is typically forgotten. So here's an incomplete list of Filipino American psychology-related books for 2017.

In this season of year-end lists, the Filipino American experience is typically forgotten. So here's an incomplete list of Filipino American psychology-related books for 2017.

Beauty
The Beauty of Being Bound

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on November 17, 2016

This is a time to bring the fullness of who we are as psychologists to the forefront, to stand in solidarity with our communities that are under assault.

This is a time to bring the fullness of who we are as psychologists to the forefront, to stand in solidarity with our communities that are under assault.

Relationships
Five Lessons We Learned from the “Mail Order Family" Fiasco

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on October 1, 2016

NBC faced widespread backlash for attempting to develop a sitcom about a Filipina "mail order bride." Now that the project has been stopped, how do we not repeat the same mistake?

NBC faced widespread backlash for attempting to develop a sitcom about a Filipina "mail order bride." Now that the project has been stopped, how do we not repeat the same mistake?

Health
Going Beyond the Surface for Filipin@ American History Month

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on September 22, 2016

We invite everyone–those with Filipin@ heritage and those without– to take it to the next level and get to know our communities beyond our traditional clothing, dances, and foods.

We invite everyone–those with Filipin@ heritage and those without– to take it to the next level and get to know our communities beyond our traditional clothing, dances, and foods.

Bias
A Brief Note on Immigration, Colonial Mentality, and Kapwa

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on August 6, 2016

Loss of kapwa may be a reason why many Filipinos–largely immigrant, brown-skinned people with long history of Islam –are anti-immigration, anti-People of Color and anti-Muslim.

Loss of kapwa may be a reason why many Filipinos–largely immigrant, brown-skinned people with long history of Islam –are anti-immigration, anti-People of Color and anti-Muslim.

Career
5 Reasons Alaska Is Ripe for Multicultural Psychology Work

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on July 31, 2016

Myth busters: Alaskan reality is way more diverse than "White" snow, ridiculous TV shows, & the Palins. Here's 5 unseen & unknown reasons why multicultural work thrives in Alaska.

Myth busters: Alaskan reality is way more diverse than "White" snow, ridiculous TV shows, & the Palins. Here's 5 unseen & unknown reasons why multicultural work thrives in Alaska.

Transgender
Dear Fathers: Let's Talk to Our Sons About Toxic Masculinity

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on June 15, 2016

Fellow fathers, we've been doing a terrible job in terms of what we teach our kids about masculinity. So terrible, in fact, that we are partly responsible for the Orlando massacre.

Fellow fathers, we've been doing a terrible job in terms of what we teach our kids about masculinity. So terrible, in fact, that we are partly responsible for the Orlando massacre.

Relationships
Orlando Tragedy: A Message of Queer Love from Kevin Nadal

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on June 13, 2016

Whether it is a simple text message to check on an LGBTQ friend, or the tightest hug you can give, show people you love them and care for them. We will get through this together.

Whether it is a simple text message to check on an LGBTQ friend, or the tightest hug you can give, show people you love them and care for them. We will get through this together.

Bias
Why Is There No “Linsanity” Over LA Lakers' Jordan Clarkson?

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on May 9, 2016

In 2012, people went "Linsane" over Jeremy Lin. Today, another Asian American NBA player--Jordan Clarkson--is playing even better, but yet there's no "Linsanity" about him. Why?

In 2012, people went "Linsane" over Jeremy Lin. Today, another Asian American NBA player--Jordan Clarkson--is playing even better, but yet there's no "Linsanity" about him. Why?

Bias
Why Are Filipino Americans Still Forgotten and Invisible?

E. J. R. David Ph.D. on April 6, 2016

Despite Filipinos' unique history in the U.S., large numbers, and many struggles that challenge the “model minority myth,” they are still ignored and rendered invisible. Why?

Despite Filipinos' unique history in the U.S., large numbers, and many struggles that challenge the “model minority myth,” they are still ignored and rendered invisible. Why?