The Routledge International Handbook of Intersectionality Studies

Intersectionality is a theoretical paradigm that explores how gender, race, and other social identities intersect to shape experiences of exclusion and subordination. This volume explores intersectionality studies as an international field with a growing body of research, increasingly used in policy, political interventions, and social activism. It discusses the history and travels of intersectionality, the privileged role of race in intersectional analysis, and the political implications of thinking intersectional analysis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Intersectionality is a widely embraced theoretical framework in gender studies and feminist theory, gaining significant attention in recent years. Initially conceived to examine the interplay between gender and race in the experiences of US women of color, it has since been embraced across various disciplines and national contexts. This interdisciplinary approach is employed to investigate a diverse array of intersecting social identities and the experiences of exclusion and subordination. This comprehensive volume delves into intersectionality studies as a rapidly evolving international field, characterized by a growing body of research that is increasingly influential in policy, political interventions, and social activism. By bringing together contributors from diverse disciplines and geographical locations, The Routledge International Handbook of Intersectionality Studies offers a comprehensive mapping of the historical and geographical trajectory of intersectionality across continents and countries. It also engages in critical debates surrounding the privileged role of race in intersectional analysis, exploring the methodological considerations and political implications of conducting intersectional analysis. This handbook serves as a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners interested in feminist thought, social identity, social exclusion, and social inequality. It opens up new avenues of inquiry, equipping future generations with the tools to understand and address the complex dynamics of intersectionality in contemporary society.

Weight: 840g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367545048