Intersections of Identity

Social Identity

aspects of who you are as seen by yourself and others

Intersectionality

interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender as they apply to a given individual or group regarded as creating overlapping and interdependent systems

Cycle of Socialization

process through which individuals internalize the norms, customs, values, and beliefs of their society 

Privilege

special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group

Oppression

prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control

Individualized ISMS

private beliefs held by individuals (prejudice)

Interpersonal ISMS

how we act upon our beliefs when we interact with others (bias, bigotry, violence)

Institutional ISMS

inequities within institutions and systems of power (disproportionated access to healthcare)

Structural ISMS

bias across institutions and society. Cumulative effects of inequity (wealth gaps)