It takes more than good intentions to make meaningful change The “spirit slashing” of injustice: that is how Mc Dermott describes the psychic toll that marginalized students face every day. So how can you make a difference? Mc Dermott gives you the tools to become a powerful ally, showing you how to: • Better understand injustice so you can pierce the fog of privilege and embrace ally-hood • Fill the gap between your desire to eliminate injustice and the attitudes and skills required to be effective • Leverage your natural strengths, including your disposition, educational training, and professional position • Challenge the structural barriers, practices, and beliefs that diminish opportunities for many students