DAGR Kafeneion: Caste

Kafeneion is back with a discussion of the powerful book Caste, by Isabel Wilkerson.

Guest moderator, veteran writer and journalist René Syler, will lead us through a group discussion on Wilkerson’s compelling description of racism in the United States as an aspect of caste.

Described by the New York Times as an “instant American classic,” Caste explores the notions of hierarchy, inclusion and exclusion, purity, divine will, endogamy, dehumanization, terror and stigma as they relate to our American experience. Together they contribute to a society-wide system of social stratification, determined at birth, and based on criteria such as wealth, rank, privilege, occupation, religion, or physical attributes. The book has also been made into a film by Ava DuVernay entitled Origins.

For questions or information on ordering/sharing a copy: DAGR ExCom Member Erin McGrew [email protected]

WHEN

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 07:00 PM Athens Time

WHERE

This is a virtual event. See the event description above or RSVP for virtual participation options.

CONTACT

Erin McGrew
[email protected]

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