Intersectionality in Diversity and Inclusion

Intersectionality is a concept that examines how different aspects of a person's identity, such as race, gender, sexuality, and socioeconomic status, overlap and interact to create unique experiences of disadvantage or privilege. In the context of diversity and inclusion, it highlights that individuals may face multiple forms of discrimination simultaneously. For example, a woman of color may encounter challenges that are different from those faced by a white woman or a man of color. Understanding intersectionality helps organizations create more effective inclusion strategies that address the diverse needs of all individuals.