Module 2
Where is Intersectionality Today?
“I would go on to learn that African American women, like other women of colour, like socially marginalised people all over the world were facing all kinds of dilemmas and challenges as a consequence of intersectionality, intersections of race and gender, of hetereosexism, transphobia, xenophobia, ableism, all of these social dynamics come together and create challenges that are sometimes quite unique.” (Crenshaw 2016)
Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw (left) in conversation with Dr. Malinda Smith (right), Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President Research (EDI), University of Calgary, March 2024
Introduction
In this Module, we explore different approaches and debates about intersectionality. We begin by looking at representations of intersectionality in social justice activism and education. We then turn to a select number of texts by leading intersectionality scholars to consider some of the complexities of intersectionality theory.
In the critical skills section, you will explore and sharpen your academic reading skills.
Learning Goals
In this module, you will
- Deepen your critical reading strategies
- Learn about current discussions in the field of intersectionality studies
- Distinguish between different approaches to intersectionality
UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA WGS 498/GSJ 598 