Intro to Women's Studies
Epistemic violence refers to the harm done to individuals or groups through the denial or distortion of their knowledge, experiences, and ways of knowing. It manifests when certain voices or perspectives are marginalized or invalidated, leading to a loss of agency and identity. This concept is critical in understanding how power dynamics shape knowledge production and the importance of inclusive epistemologies.
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