
Susan Sturm
George M. Jaffin Professor of Law and Social Responsibility and the Founding Director of the Center for Institutional and Social Change at Columbia Law School. Coauthor with Lani Guinier, of Who's Qualified? A New Democracy Forum on the Future of Affirmative Action.
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Apr 14, 2025 • 53min
What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions
Susan Sturm, a leader in law and social responsibility at Columbia, shares her insights on anti-racist approaches in institutions. She discusses the backlash leaders face when introducing these changes and identifies three key paradoxes in anti-racism work. Sturm emphasizes multiracial collaboration and the need for inclusive discussions on systemic racism. She highlights 'microspaces of justice' as essential drivers of local change with global impact, and advocates for transformative education approaches to empower marginalized communities. Her pragmatic solutions aim to bridge divides and reimagine institutions.

Apr 10, 2025 • 53min
What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions
Susan Sturm, a leading scholar in law and social responsibility at Columbia Law School, shares her insights on confronting systemic racism in institutions. She discusses the challenges leaders face when pushing for anti-racism and reveals three paradoxes that often hinder progress. Sturm emphasizes the importance of creating 'microspaces of justice' and recounts successful community initiatives that engage youth and promote inclusivity. With her wealth of experience, she offers strategies to foster genuine transformation and build bridges across racial divides.