SGY220: Power, Difference & Recognition

In liberal democratic societies, we have become used to defending and celebrating the idea of our difference as individuals and as groups. This unit explores some of the practical and conceptual diffi culties that currently face a defence of the right to difference. Is tolerance of a difference that is not understood, but simply endured, enough Through your studies, you will explore these broad themes to look at a range of contemporary problems and issues. How do we interpret and respond to the problems facing multiculturalism in Australia, the task of reconciliation, as well as relations to power and difference on the global stage?

Macquarie University