| Author(s) | Eyja M. Brynjarsdottir |
| Journal | Dialogue |
| Special issue/thematic cluster | Philosophy and its Borders |
| Abstract | This paper argues that philosophical practice in the Western world, in particular analytic philosophy, suffers from problems that contribute to its lack of diversity in two senses: the exclusion of women and minorities, and a narrow choice of subjects and methods. This is not fruitful for philosophical exchange and the flourishing of philosophical thought. Three contributing factors are covered: a flawed execution when instilling intellectual humility; the gaslighting of women in philosophy; and an overemphasis on a narrow conception of intelligence. The conclusion calls for a more humane and socially aware practice of philosophy. |
| Keywords | gender, diversity, culture of philosophy, gaslighting, epistemic humility |
| Date Published | April 20, 2018 |
| Volume | 57 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 443-464 |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1017/S0012217317000956 |
| URL | https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/dialogue-canadian-philosophical-review-revue-canadienne-de-philosophie/article/abs/against-a-sequestered-philosophy/017A5D1131A1A9F9DD14D26F4E6D75E4 |
| Google Scholar Link | https://scholar.google.ca/scholar?cluster=3105694819483968326&hl=en&as_sdt=0,5 |
| Open Access? | No |