Intersectional approaches

Intersectionality as a term was coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw and the concept has roots in Black Feminism. Intersectional approaches recognise that people may face multiple, overlapping forms of stigma and discrimination based on racism, classism, sexism, homophobia and other systems of power and oppression. See Glossary for the terms used here: Resources

By acknowledging and addressing these complexities, interventions can be more effectively tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse communities ensuring no one is left behind due to systemic inequalities.

At the same time, intersectional approaches acknowledge the need for systemic changes across the ‘mainstream’ and advocate for transformative change to address historic and ongoing oppression. 

Embedding an intersectional approach to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across See Me’s work requires concerted activity at all levels to address our role as an employer and as a provider of a publicly funded programme.