Intersectionality Vocabulary

noun a political approach wherein people form alliances based on shared identity characteristics such as race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion

• The discussion on identity politics in academia is complex and multifaceted.
• Some people get really passionate when talking about identity politics.
• Identity politics can be a touchy subject for some folks.
• In the realm of identity politics, everyone is trying to find where they fit in the puzzle of society.

noun Acronym for Women of Color, referring to women who are non-white

preposition Used as a descriptor before the noun it is referring to

• Women of Color (WoC) face unique challenges in the workplace due to systemic discrimination.
• WoC often have to work twice as hard to prove themselves in predominantly white spaces.
• WoC are out here slaying and breaking barriers every day.
• The garden of diversity blooms beautifully with WoC contributing their unique perspectives.

noun a slang term for a car theft committed by two people working together

• The TWOC policy allows police officers to seize vehicles suspected of being driven without insurance.
• I heard that Joe got a TWOC for driving his friend's car without permission.
• She got caught TWOCing her neighbor's car last night.
• His decision to leave the company was like a TWOC of talent from the organization.

noun the practice or policy of including people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, such as those who have disabilities or are members of minority groups

• The company prides itself on promoting inclusivity in the workplace.
• We should make sure everyone feels included - that's inclusivity.
• Inclusivity is the name of the game when it comes to our group projects.
• Inclusivity is like a warm blanket that covers everyone with acceptance and support.

noun a blend of the words 'man' and 'explaining', used to describe the act of a man explaining something to someone, typically a woman, in a condescending or patronizing manner

• The professor was accused of mansplaining during his lecture on feminist theory.
• I can't believe he's mansplaining how to do my job to me.
• Stop mansplaining, I know what I'm talking about.
• She felt like she was constantly mansplained to in the office, as if her expertise was always questioned.

noun A stained-glass ceiling is a type of ceiling made of colored glass pieces set in a decorative pattern.

• Despite efforts to promote diversity, many industries still struggle with breaking through the stained-glass ceiling.
• It's frustrating to see talented individuals hit the stained-glass ceiling in their careers.
• I'm tired of dealing with the stained-glass ceiling in the workplace.
• The stained-glass ceiling represents the invisible barriers that prevent certain groups from advancing in society.