Introductions - Intersectionality Theory

Question 1

Core of this Theory

Answer 1

• Embraces identity politics in relation to tensions amongst dominant groups
• Identity politics shows aspects like mainstream identity categories

Question 2

Highlights

Answer 2

• The exclusion of marginalized groups or groups who are ‘other’ within the dominant hierarchy of structure and mechanisms
• By doing so, intersectionality moves away from the historical critique of identity politics, in that it categorized groups and did not acknowledge (or acknowledge well) individuals who hold positions in multiple identity categories

Question 3

Helps

Answer 3

Illuminates on the complexity of gender inequity, but also highlight the need for equitable and flexible intervention of social inequality (some groups ppl marginalized ppl need more accessibilities based on multiple intersectionalities to attain equity