Intersectionalism vs. Intersectionality

Difference Between Intersectionalism and Intersectionality

Intersectionalismnoun

The study of minorities within minorities, or intersections between minorities; specifically, the study of the interactions of multiple systems of oppression or discrimination.

Intersectionalitynoun

The quality or state of being intersectional, that is, of being characterized by intersection (especially of multiple forms of discrimination).

the intersectionality of these issuesthe intersectionality of gender, class, ethnicity, age, generation, marital status, and place of origin

Intersectionalitynoun

The study of (or a sociological methodology of studying) overlapping or intersecting social identities and related systems of oppression, domination, or discrimination.