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Exploring the intersectionality of gender and race in employment discrimination: Case studies from the corporate sector
University of Edinburgh MA Social Policy and Economics, United Kingdom.
Research Article
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 4094-4104.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2520
Publication history:
Received on 08 November 2024; revised on 17 December 2024; accepted on 20 December 2024
Abstract:
This study examines how intersecting identities of gender and race shape experiences of employment discrimination within the corporate sector. Drawing on intersectionality theory, the research analyzes how overlapping systems of oppression manifest in hiring, promotion, and wage practices. Case studies focus on the compounded challenges faced by women of color, such as limited access to leadership roles, wage gaps, and exclusion from informal networks. The findings highlight structural barriers perpetuating inequality, including implicit biases, tokenism, and culturally exclusive corporate cultures. Corporate diversity initiatives, often designed to address singular identity dimensions, are critiqued for their failure to tackle intersectional inequities. Document analysis and interviews with affected employees reveal the inadequacy of anti-discrimination frameworks in addressing compounded biases. Recommendations include integrating intersectionality into corporate policies, promoting transparent recruitment and promotion practices, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures. The study underscores the need for accountability measures in diversity initiatives and legislative reforms to address intersectional discrimination effectively. By advancing the understanding of systemic workplace inequities, this research provides actionable strategies for achieving equity and inclusion.
Keywords:
Intersectionality; Gender Discrimination; Employment Bias; Corporate Diversity; Workplace Equity; Anti-Discrimination Policies
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