Intersectionality

Navigating Intersecting Realities: Gender, Sexuality, and Migration Experiences from MENA to the UK

Navigating Intersecting Realities: Gender, Sexuality, and Migration Experiences from MENA to the UK

Migration from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to the United Kingdom embodies a complex tapestry of intersecting factors, notably gender, sexuality, and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). This article delves into the intricate dynamics shaping these migration journeys, drawing on theoretical frameworks, empirical evidence, and policy considerations. By focusing on the intersectionality of gender, sexuality, and SGBV, it explores the challenges faced by individuals and proposes actionable recommendations for policy and practice.

Roots of Empowerment: the Intersectionality of Indigenous Feminism

Roots of Empowerment: the Intersectionality of Indigenous Feminism

Indigenous feminism is a long-criticised term that still lacks a unified definition today. In a world in which intersectionality is at the very basis of every form of discrimination, native feminism fits into a framework practical for defining diverse types of battles held by indigenous women in the fight against gender and colonial discrimination, thereby tracing new roots of empowerment.