From Anita Hill to Christine Blasey Ford: a reflection on lessons learned
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
ISSN: 2040-7149
Article publication date: 16 August 2019
Issue publication date: 8 January 2020
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to offer a critical reflection on congressional testimony in the #MeToo era from the standpoint of a millennial graduate student.
Design/methodology/approach
This essay is based on observational data from a roundtable discussion between Anita Hill and Kimberlé Crenshaw moderated by Dr Dorothy Roberts and connects to themes in research on sex-based harassment.
Findings
The findings of this essay suggest there is still much work to be done in operationalizing intersectionally in the #Metoo era.
Originality/value
The thoughts and opinions expressed in this essay are the author’s own.
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Citation
Heck, S.E. (2020), "From Anita Hill to Christine Blasey Ford: a reflection on lessons learned", Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Vol. 39 No. 1, pp. 101-108. https://doi.org/10.1108/EDI-04-2019-0136
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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