Blackness at the Intersection

This collection applies Crenshaw's concept of intersectionality to the black diasporic experience in Britain, exploring how scholars and activists are using it to foreground Black British experiences and shape future political activism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

A groundbreaking collection that delves into the black diasporic experience in Britain, applying the concept of intersectionality coined by Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw. Since its inception in the 1980s, intersectionality has transcended national and disciplinary boundaries, revolutionizing our understanding of identity and the experiences of discrimination. However, its application outside the United States has largely been disconnected from the analysis of "Blackness," despite intersectionality's roots in critical race theory (CRT).

Curated by Crenshaw, Andrews, and Wilson, along with several prominent scholars of CRT, this collection fills the gap by applying both intersectionality and CRT to contexts beyond the United States. With a focus on Blackness in Britain, the contributors explore how scholars and activists are harnessing intersectionality to bring forth the unique experiences of Black British individuals. The essays cover critical topics such as gender and Black womanhood, issues of representation within contemporary British culture, and the position of Black Britons within institutions like the family, education, and health.

Furthermore, the book examines the potential role of intersectionality in shaping future political activism and fostering connections between "Blackness" and other social movements. By examining the intersections of race, gender, class, sexuality, and other forms of identity, this collection offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the black diasporic experience in Britain. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of race, identity, and social justice in contemporary society.

Weight: 324g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786998644