Books at the intersection of social justice and psychology

Join our community as we explore transformative works at the intersection of psychology and social justice. Each semester, we gather to discuss books by marginalized scholars who challenge traditional frameworks and offer fresh perspectives on healing, resistance, and collective transformation.

From bell hooks' radical vision of love to Resmaa Menakem's insights on embodied healing, our carefully chosen readings spark conversations that matter. We invite all John Jay students to join us, here your lived experiences and insights are valued as we explore how psychological understanding can fuel social change.

Open to all John Jay students curious about the intersection of collective liberation and psychology.

Current, Spring 2025, Pick: "My Grandmother's Hands" by Resmaa Menakem 

Fall 2024 Pick: "All About Love" by bell hooks