JOURNAL OF BUSINESS DIVERSITY
Mission Statements - Adopting Intersectionality as a Framework in Higher Education
Author(s): Patricia P. Carver
Citation: Patricia P. Carver, (2020) "Mission Statements - Adopting Intersectionality as a Framework in Higher Education," Journal of Business Diversity, Vol.20, Iss. 1, pp. 17-27
Article Type: Research paper
Publisher: North American Business Press
Abstract:
As intersectionality becomes more commonplace, it is evident that although Crenshaw introduced it as a framework for Black women, many individuals experience ill-effects or marginalized treatment due to intersecting parts of their lives. Numerous colleges and universities underscore social justice in the documents used to direct their institutions. Further, social justice strongly emphasizes the need for an acute awareness of acts of oppression and marginalization. As such, institutions have an obligation to protect the rights of students who possess marginalized intersecting identities. They must provide an environment conducive for all students to learn, thrive, and become productive citizens.
