Mary BrehenyMary Breheny

Dr Mary Breheny is an Associate Professor of Health Sciences at Massey University. Most of her research examines how the experiences people have over their lives shapes their health in older age.

The tailwind of privilege

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No, there is nothing ‘wrong’ with being white. But it comes with unearned privilege which makes progress through the world easier. It is a tailwind through every storm, writes Mary Breheny, associate professor of health sciences at Massey University. I have never thought of myself as coordinated or physically adept, but since the first week … Read more