4/8/25 Flashcards
Q: What is the main objective of Part IV in ‘Race, Class, and Gender’?
A: To explore strategies for social change through an intersectional lens, emphasizing the interconnectedness of race, class, and gender in activism and policy-making.
Q: How does the introduction define ‘intersectional activism’?
A: Activism that simultaneously addresses multiple forms of oppression, recognizing that race, class, gender, and other social categories are interconnected and cannot be examined separately.
Q: Why is an intersectional approach crucial for effective social change, according to Part IV’s introduction?
A: Because it ensures that interventions do not inadvertently reinforce one form of inequality while addressing another, leading to more comprehensive and inclusive solutions.
Q: What examples are provided to illustrate successful intersectional activism?
A: [Specific examples from the text, such as movements or organizations that have effectively integrated intersectionality into their advocacy.]
Q: How does the chapter define the relationship between race, gender, and refugee status?
A: Refugee experiences are shaped by intersecting factors of race and gender, leading to unique challenges and forms of discrimination for refugee women of color.
Q: What are common challenges faced by refugee women according to the chapter?
A: Refugee women often encounter gender-based violence, limited access to healthcare, and barriers to employment, all compounded by racial and cultural discrimination.
Q: How does racial discrimination impact refugee policies and practices?
A: Racial biases can influence asylum decisions, resource allocation, and integration processes, often disadvantaging refugees from certain racial or ethnic backgrounds.
Q: What strategies does the chapter suggest to address the intersectional challenges faced by refugee women?
A: Implementing policies that recognize and address the specific needs of refugee women, promoting cultural competency among service providers, and ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities.
Q: What is ‘virtual inequality’ as discussed in Chapter 45?
A: Disparities in access to and proficiency with digital technologies, often influenced by race, gender, and socioeconomic status.
Q: How do race and gender intersect to affect digital access and literacy?
A: Women and people of color, particularly from low-income backgrounds, are less likely to have access to digital technologies and the internet, limiting opportunities for education and employment.
Q: What data is presented in Chapter 45 regarding digital disparities?
A: [Specific statistics highlighting gaps in internet access, device ownership, or digital literacy rates among different racial, gender, and socioeconomic groups.]
Q: What solutions does the chapter propose to bridge the digital divide?
A: Investing in affordable technology infrastructure, providing digital literacy training programs targeted at marginalized communities, and implementing policies that promote equitable access to digital resources.
