Intro to Epistemology
Epistemic violence refers to the harm done to individuals or groups through the denial, distortion, or discrediting of their knowledge, experiences, and voices. This concept highlights how certain forms of knowledge are privileged over others, often marginalizing or silencing those who belong to oppressed communities. By examining epistemic violence, we can understand how systemic power dynamics affect the way knowledge is created, shared, and validated.
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