Intersectionality of Gender with Race, Class and Ethnicity and its Impact on Economic Development: A Complex and Multi-Layered Framework

Abstract

This research article examines the Intersectionality of gender with race, class, and ethnicity, offering a multidimensional perspective on how these social categories shape individual experiences. Using the intersectional framework initially developed by Kimberlé Crenshaw, this article explores the compounding effects of overlapping identities and how they lead to varied forms of oppression and privilege. The discussion emphasizes that a singular focus on gender is insufficient in understanding the structural inequalities faced by marginalized groups. Instead, the complex interplay between race, class, ethnicity, and gender must be understood to address these disparities effectively. The study also focuses on the impact of such discriminations in the path of economic development of a nation.