Daring to Dismantle: Audaciously Addressing Race and Caste in Betrayal Trauma
Table of Contents
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Prelude: Grounding Inheritance as a Container for Healing
Introduction: Daring to DismantleÂ
Chapter One: IST of an ISM Paradigm
 Chapter Two: Social Justice Lens in Addressing Betrayal Trauma
Chapter Three: Systemic Trauma | Societal Betrayal
Chapter Four:Â Racialized Trauma and Minoritization Theory
Chapter Five: Historical Racialized Trauma and Minoritization Betrayal: Lived Experiences
Chapter Six:Â Developmental, Interpersonal, and Intergenerational Trauma and Betrayal: Early Childhood/Elementary
Chapter Seven:Â Developmental, Interpersonal, and Intergenerational Trauma and Betrayal: Middle Childhood/Adolescence
Chapter Eight: Developmental, Interpersonal, and Intergenerational Trauma and Betrayal: Young Adulthood/Middle Adulthood
Chapter Nine: Institutional Trauma | Medical Betrayal
Chapter Ten:Â Institutional Persistent | Workplace Betrayal
Chapter Eleven: Committed Relationship|Sexual Betrayal
Chapter Twelve:Â Faith-based Betrayal Trauma
Chapter Thirteen: Epilogue
 See what is being said about Daring to Dismantle: Audaciously Addressing Race and Caste in Betrayal Trauma?"
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Dante D. King
Author of The 400 Year Holocaust
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medical Education
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The process of connecting rac-ISM to rac-IST(S) is very important. In Daring to Dismantle, Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins helps us understand how tens of millions of white people have upheld and continue to operationalize perpetual whiteness, white supremacy, anti-non-whiteness, and anti-Blackness in the United States of America and worldwide. As students, scholars, lifetime learners, and academics, we must continue grappling with whiteness and white racism as psychopathologies by considering the traumas that affect white and non-white people because of racism. Moreover, the book sheds light on white peoples' investments in racism and the daily accommodations they receive in American daily life, as this book requires. Understanding this critical reality enables us to observe the ongoing dehumanization that Black people mostly experience through the lack of daily accommodations and privileges. There are both moral and economic costs to racism in white America. To understand whiteness, anti-non-whiteness, and anti-Blackness is to understand that white people have maintained obsessive perversions about themselves, and others based upon skin color alone. In other words, white people are obsessed with whiteness and the processes and mechanisms that they utilize to superiorize themselves and inferiorize others. Daring to Dismantle provides us a framework, language, and strategies to challenge Americaâs racial color-caste system and continue addressing long overdue trauma and mass psychosis. This book is pure brilliance!
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Molly Kennedy, M.Ed., MSW
Social Worker and Social Justice Researcher
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Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkinsâ IST of an ISM work is incredible and has resonated so much with the Black, Brown, Indigenous and other systemically non-dominant (Jenkins, 1995-present) folx we train. The IST of an ISM paradigm challenges white supremacy and reframes critical conversations. This work has been an essential part of my journey as a white person and remains at the root of the social justice lens and work I do today. Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins is brilliant! She and this book are such gifts to me and our world!
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Xyan Neider, MA, ED
Antiracism Author, Activist, Abolitionist, Educator
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Hurt people, hurt people. I often say this and believe it to be true. When humans have been ground down by the systems of colonialism and white supremacy in the workplace, we would do well to understand that they are experiencing institutional trauma. Operating within the workplace, this type of trauma is commonplace for People of Color all the more so for dark skinned Black women and people with intersectional identities that are systemically non-dominant) causing what Dr. William Smith called, racial battle fatigue (RBF). As a result, RBF results in myriad negative health outcomes at the individual level and greater attrition of People of Color at the institutional level. Not only do institutions and organizations lose incredible talent when they fail to address the racialized abuse of their staff, not addressing race and caste as institutional trauma costs the organization monetarily because they have to search to fill the position, rehire someone for that role, and train the new hire. By fostering an organization focused on the wellness of the community - both employees and those they serve, the organization retains talent and can better serve the needs of the community they serve. I hope leaders across industry will pick up this book and explore ways they can promote a culture of wellness for their employees and community.
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Dr. Sharon Cronin
Author-Educator
Lead Researcher Teaching Umoja
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Early childhood educators are morally obligated to interrupt, undo, and address racism and its intersections with other forms of oppression in the lives of young children and their families. The Teaching Umoja Co-Researchers (2020) of which Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins is a co-researcher, determined that âracial discrimination can be addressed, its potential scars prevented by caring adults providing children of color with the opportunity and guidance to develop skills or strategies for survival, and resisting efforts to separate them from their cultural, linguistic, and familial backgrounds.â We further concluded, âAdults working with young children may have to process issues regarding their own internalized oppression, feelings of being unqualified, and lack of awareness of the most appropriate educational context for children of color. These issues require critical analysis and self-reflection, guidance, and modeling, and theoretical and professional development.â Dr. Jenkinsâ work on race and caste as developmental betrayal trauma is a must read for those working with young children. She provides tools and insight desperately needed for unpacking and supporting the processing and healing of betrayal trauma.
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 Alessia Fontenette Madkins, MAMFT, LPC, CCPS
Counseling Professional and Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialist
 As a Black Clinician I am aware that infidelity is destructive to the lives of anyone who has lived through the trauma of betrayal, and will forever deeply impact their emotions, trust, loyalty, and self-worth. But to Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkinsâ point in this book, whatâs equally devastating is being retraumatized by a therapist, a coach, or a mental health center or organization that are unaware or not trained to meet the needs of Black, Brown, and Indigenous people. Culturally responsive resources are still emerging and lacking in the efforts of helping individuals reach the stage of posttraumatic growth. There continues to be a pattern of limited resources and underrepresentation. Similar cultural roots are not always a guarantee for a better bond, but, if a therapist, coach, or mental health center or organization is not culturally competent and do not vow to the ethical duty of every clientâs best welfare, refer the client to a competent partner trained therapist and or coach who is Black, Brown, or Indigenous. The dilemma today still falls on deaf ears, culturally responsive therapists, coaches, and mental health centers and organizations must develop cultural authenticity. When culturally responsive resources are provided with intention which is the work of âdismantlingâ advocated for in this book, it will make all the difference as it relates to Black, Brown, and Indigenous partners experiencing betrayal within committed relationships.
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Rev. Dr. W. Tali Hairston, PhD
 The consistent commodification of faith in the post-colonial marketplace of ideas emphatically calls for a hermeneutic capable of navigating the streets of faith, nationalism, and social identity. What is needed is a framework for interrogating white nationalism and faith-based fascism for what it is, a trauma-genic system. Daring to Dismantle, is a concise examination that sets forth a faithful sociogenic aesthetic that is thoroughly responsive to the sense of loss, hurt, dysregulation, and dislocation many in the Black Church are experiencing, some for the first time in their faith journey. Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins baptizes us into the troubling waters of current political discourse and lifts us by systematically guiding us along the healing journey.Â
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Nycole Beard
Trauma Informed Life Coach
ACSW, MSW, TICC, MPC, TIRC
 Coaches who understand race and caste within the system of barriers can empower clients by helping them discover their âeye-dentityâ; By recognizing and addressing these barriers, coaches can help clients navigate and dismantle them, creating a more equitable and inclusive path to healing and resiliency. Barriers, such as institutional disparities, discriminatory behaviors, and deeply ingrained biases, disproportionately affect minority communities. Effective coaches can help clients better understand themselves and their surroundings, enabling them to progress towards their goals. I highly recommend Dr. Debra Jenkins' book, "Daring to Dismantle: Audaciously Addressing Race and Caste in Betrayal Trauma," which offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the complex relationships and barriers arising from betrayal trauma and societal deficits.
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Yvonne L. Terrell-Powell PhD
Counseling Psychology M. ED Psychological Counseling, LMC
Vice President of Equity and Inclusion
 In acknowledging and healing racial trauma, we must expand upon how the intersection of race within a caste system negatively impacts BIPOC communities. This intersection promotes systemic oppression, violence, and racial trauma. As a Black woman, I recognize the importance of calling out and addressing the dehumanization and stigma experienced by BIPOC communities. These actions allow us to empower ourselves, build healthy relationships and community, and find a safe space to heal. Daring to Dismantle can guide us in that direction!
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Vanessa R. Gaston
Community Services Director
 If youâre truly going to address inequities and disproportionality, you must examine the intersection between race and class. The mere thought that someoneâs status and value is a scribed at birth based on his/her/their social and economic standing is the definition of a caste system. Now consider the social and legal construct of a racial hierarchy thatâs designed to have one race more superior than another simply based on skin color with those having darker skin at the bottom. You can look at any set of data and it will show that black and brown people living in poverty have the poorest outcomes across all health indicators. These outcomes can be predicted based on institutional structures and policies put in place to ensure certain populations remain poor and oppressed. This is why itâs imperative that social change is needed to address these disparities and injustices. This work can be done in many forms, but the best strategy has always been through strategic community organizing. Yet, many efforts today leave out the very communities they are trying to assist. When strategies and outcomes are developed and driven by the community impacted, the buy-in to work towards those outcomes is better and the results are better. This can only be done through effective community organizing that includes people with lived experience and trusted advocates. We need to trust that communities of color living in poverty know what they need to thrive and improve the quality of life for them and their families. I appreciate Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins for delving into this topic and creating courageous space for much needed dialogue on the issue.
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Adrienne Livingston
Humanitarian and Global Catalyst
Isaiah 1:17 and Psalm 147:3
 I have appreciated the concern and care that Dr. Debra Debi Jenkins has for people and specifically calling out and addressing how race, racism and how this âsweet land of libertyâ has been a âland of betrayal, dishonesty and downright poisonâ for people of color. From the pillaging, manipulation, betrayal and lies to Indigenous Americans, the enslavement and inhumane treatment of African Americans, the taking of land from the Latino community to the throwing Japanese people into internment campsâŚThis is not an exhaustive list, but you get the point I hope of the human greed and betrayal that has caused so much brokenness, hurt and trauma. Not just any trauma but complex trauma. Where we should be and feel safe in this land, we do not. Unfortunately, we are still having to fight for what should be given to us all and that is to be treated humanely, and justly, and to truly be equal. Dr. Jenkinsâ book is so timely. Many people need healing and to know how to practice self-care even amongst being the recipient of betrayal, whether that is from our country, work, family member or friend. This is a must- read book which is really a resource for personal healing and care.
Diversity and Inclusion in the Global Workplace
Dr. Debi shares insight in collaboration with others from around the world as a contributing author to this book which is an edited collection offering a nontraditional approach to diversity management, going beyond gender, race, and ethnicity. Examining ageism, disability, and spirituality, the book provides a discussion of different D&I applications and introduces a framework consisting of a diagnostic phase, gap analysis, and an action plan, which can be modified to attend to specific needs of organizations. Researchers and practitioners will learn a viable way to address diversity in global organizations.
      Disparity Trap Game and DEI Workshops          Â
 The games creator Christian Telesmar says, that "Disparity Trap leans on the research and work of Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins, a professor in education and psychology and a consultant in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.  Dr. Jenkins shares the following about the game below,"Â
"Racism is a system created before anyone today was born and remains one of the most unfinished conversations within the United States. Disparity Trap brilliantly provides a learning opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of inequity and to begin conversations about racism in an innovative yet poignantly strategic way! Links to statistics give players a relevant connection to how racism continues to impact on systemic, institutional, and interpersonal levels.
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Systemic racism, as a system of oppression, has beneficiaries and nonbeneficiaries. I created the language systemically dominant (SD)- those a system was created to benefit and systemically non-dominant (SND) - those a system was not created to benefit for my IST of an ISM paradigm. The paradigm and language prevent misunderstandings about who holds systemic power and privilege which is at the root of inequity. The language SD and SND are used in Disparity Trap to provide language which can promote forward movement and help participants understand inequity as the intended outcome of systemic oppression.
The Disparity Trap board game is fun, educational, and insightful! Youth (ages 14) up to adults can learn how race as a system impacts those of us who live within the United States. Disparity Trap can encourage a step towards the work of dismantling oppression and can bring conversations about race to effective levels whether played at home with friends and family, in professional settings, or in junior high through college- level classrooms."Â
-Dr. Debra (Debi) Jenkins
*systemically dominant and systemically non-dominant terminology are from the âIST of an ISMâ paradigm by Debra (Debi) Jenkins, PhD (all rights reserved and used by permission).
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The Traveling Vegan
Washington State had always been home for Christina. Around 2017, at the age of 28, she moved and lived in North Carolina and started to plan a life in the southern state until she got a calling to move to New York. Not everyone was on board with this new life choice, but Christina knew the God of her faith had a plan for her life. After taking the leap of faith, she found herself living a nomadâs lifestyle. This was no ordinary life, as seen on Instagram. This lifestyle had trials and tribulations that were unexpected. Although, it was a challenge Christina continued trusting the God of her faith. She invites readers to come and follow this traveling vegan on her nomadâs journey which brought a green book to life.
I Love My Kind of Brown
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I Love My Kind Of Brown is a charming expression of poetic childhood self-love. The book, specifically, teaches young children to appreciate and embrace the skin color they are in within the context of learning primary and secondary colors. This is the first book of the Sugar Pudding's People Equity Series for young children, introducing children to the main characters of the series. Dr. Debra Debi Jenkins PhD is the author and this book is illustrated by Christina Jenkins, MFA.
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