What is Social Justice Fatigue?
Sara Furr defines social justice fatigue and the impact it has on student affairs professionals who work on social justice and equity efforts in institutions of higher education.
Sara Furr defines social justice fatigue and the impact it has on student affairs professionals who work on social justice and equity efforts in institutions of higher education.
Joe reflects on fatigue, the power of community, and a clear-eyed message for both individuals and institutions: you cannot do this work without taking care of yourself first.
Natalie reflects on the gap between preaching self-care and practicing it — and what it costs, personally and professionally, to keep pouring out without ever pouring back in.
DeLa reflects on the challenge of compartmentalizing identity and roles, and why incremental goal-setting — decoupled from self-worth — can be a powerful tool for people doing justice work.
Colleen reflects on burnout, daily wellness habits, and the challenge of separating personal from professional when the work is deeply tied to who you are.
As a Native Hawaiian woman who advocates for students from under-resourced communities, Leilani shares what she learned about intention, daily routines, and sustainable wellness while doing justice work.
Franklin reflects on navigating exhaustion, numbness, and systems designed to make you doubt yourself — and why knowing when to tap out is part of the fight.