Miranda Fricker

Miranda Fricker is a philosopher known for her work in social epistemology, particularly on the concept of "epistemic injustice." This occurs when individuals are wronged in their capacity as knowers, often due to prejudice. Fricker identifies two main types: testimonial injustice, where someone's credibility is undermined because of bias, and hermeneutical injustice, where a lack of shared knowledge makes it hard for marginalized groups to express their experiences. Her work emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these injustices to promote fairer communication and understanding within society.