“Intersectionality” -represents an analytic framework that attempts to identify how interlocking systems of power impact those who are most marginalized in society.
Intersectionality in transnational feminisms, tries to address the varying levels of oppression that women face. Yes, some women are less oppressed than others. Yes, some women have to tackle racism, xenophobia, and judgement for their social position on top of women’s issues. Intersectional feminism shows us and reminds us that women’s issues exist in varying levels of injustice. Without addressing the varying levels of injustice, or if society just focuses on “white feminism,” we lose the entire point of feminism. Transnational feminism seeks to address global women’s issues that affect different cultures, nationalities, and races in varying degrees without trying to “westernize” women. “Westernizing” women in different countries is not feminism, and it is certainly not how we can nor will achieve social justice and equality.
Academic Resource: Cooper, B. (1 February 2016). Intersectionality. doi:10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199328581.013.20.
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