Philosopher's Zone Health care ethics: otherness and belonging
Nov 13, 2024
Supriya Subramani, a Lecturer in health ethics at the University of Sydney, dives deep into the intersection of healthcare and social identity. She discusses the dissonance between healthcare ideals of equality and the reality faced by immigrants and minorities, revealing systemic discrimination. The conversation critiques the effectiveness of diversity initiatives, arguing they can perpetuate stereotypes. Subramani highlights the unique struggles of first-generation immigrant women, emphasizing the need for supportive communities to foster a sense of belonging amidst vulnerability.
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Critique of Liberal Cosmopolitanism
- Liberal cosmopolitanism, while promoting equality, often ignores the structural injustices faced by migrants.
- It frames migrants as 'strangers' without acknowledging the systems that create this otherness.
Stereotyping in Healthcare
- 'Diversity and inclusion' initiatives in healthcare can perpetuate stereotypes through cultural competency training.
- These programs often reduce cultures to simplistic, homogenous entities, reinforcing biases.
Belonging Framework
- A 'belonging framework' centers emotions and lived experiences, unlike the liberal cosmopolitan ideal.
- It acknowledges differences and focuses on fostering connections through shared activities like cooking.