Intersectionality is a concept developed by Kimberlé Crenshaw to explain how different forms of discrimination—like racism, sexism, classism, ableism, and homophobia—overlap and create unique barriers for marginalized people. And “Say Her Name,” and it was created to raise awareness about police violence against Black women, whose stories are often ignored.
Issues, such as sexism and racism, that individuals can experience simultaneously, leading to unique forms of discrimination.
Today, it is easy to recognize these overlapping issues because discrimination is rarely isolated to just one factor. People often encounter multiple forms of oppression at once, which is why it is essential to study social problems through an intersectional lens rather than looking at gender, race, or class separately.
