How does the EOLC V7.0 define intersectionality?

The definition of intersectionality as overlapping social identities impacting discrimination or privilege captures the complexity of social dynamics individuals experience. It recognizes that people have multiple identities—such as race, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, and more—that can intersect and influence their life experiences. This perspective is vital in understanding how different forms of discrimination can compounded and how privileges may also exist simultaneously.

By acknowledging these intersections, leaders and advocates can foster a more inclusive and equitable environment, addressing not just single-axis identities but the nuanced experiences of individuals. This understanding is essential for effective leadership in promoting equality and recognizing that issues of justice and social context are interconnected, which informs the approaches that leaders must take to support diverse groups effectively.

The other options do not encompass the essence of intersectionality; measuring individual performance does not relate to the complexity of social identities, while ignoring its relevance and promoting a strict separation diverges from the inclusive framework that intersectionality supports.