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From primary to pluralistic: A typology of intersectionality
Ashleigh Shelby Rosette1, Xiaoran Li1, Naomi Samuel1
1Duke University, USA.
Current Opinion in Psychology
|December 3, 2024
Summary
This study introduces a typology to organize definitions of intersectionality, distinguishing between primary, pragmatic, and pluralistic approaches. This framework clarifies research on social hierarchies and inequality.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Micro-organizational Behavior
Background:
- Intersectionality is a key concept for analyzing overlapping social hierarchies.
- Existing definitions and applications of intersectionality vary widely in social science discourse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a typology that categorizes common definitions of intersectionality.
- To differentiate between primary, pragmatic, and pluralistic intersectionality.
Main Methods:
- Developed a typology to classify intersectionality definitions.
- Defined three categories: primary, pragmatic, and pluralistic intersectionality.
Main Results:
- Primary intersectionality: focuses on Black women and social inequity.
- Pragmatic intersectionality: flexible application across various groups.
- Pluralistic intersectionality: broad inclusion of categories without an inequity focus.
Conclusions:
- The proposed typology aids in clarifying research focus and enhancing theoretical rigor.
- This framework helps prevent misinterpretation and advances the understanding of intersectionality.
- Applicable to social psychology and micro-organizational behavior research.
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