Author Question: One perspective from feminist theory points to the interlocking nature of inequality. This ... (Read 127 times)

bobypop · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

One perspective from feminist theory points to the interlocking nature of inequality. This perspective is referred to as intersectionality. Using yourself as an example, apply the concept of intersectionality to three aspects of your identity.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

After running her own successful pet-grooming business in Northern California, Caitlyn left family and friends and moved to Southern California, where she knew no one.

Upon arrival, she immediately set up business in her new environment but became frustrated when no one seemed to notice her pet-grooming shop, much less patronize it. Caitlyn's situation exemplifies the importance of __________ in establishing how market exchanges happen.
a. classic economic theories
b. culture
c. power
d. social networks

briezy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Intersectionality, by focusing on the connections between disadvantaged groups, looks at the way inequalities or experienced together. For example, if I were to consider my gender, as a woman of color from the workingclass, my experience with gender inequality will be significantly different from a white woman in the middleclass, or even a black woman in poverty. To truly understand the nuances of inequality we must look at how all these elements contribute to the inequality an individual or group experiences.

Answer to Question 2

d