Analysis of Intersectionality in Development
Your critical reflection paper/lead post is the equivalent of a 10 minutes presentation in face-to-face courses. Length is anything between 5-6 pages in double space, Times New Roman, 12 points font. This is between 1000-1500 words. It is okay for you to write a slightly longer or shorter paper. What I need is a Summary and analysis of the key ideas in the reading(s). You will need to discuss the key ideas and arguments the authors are making. You need to also write your thoughts on the readings. Your critical reflection post needs to have an Introduction and a Conclusion. Your paper should be well-organized. Your writing should be clear and concise, and free of grammar mistakes, typos, and other Errors. Questions: What is ‘intersectionality’? Why is intersectional analysis important in development? According to AWID’s article, ” As with all approaches and tools, the usefulness and impact of intersectionality will depend on how it is used”: How can we use intersectionality to achieve gender equality and social justice? What does the term ‘Dalit’ mean? What are some of the challenges Dalit women when engaging in feminist politics in India? In what ways has COVID 19 affected Dalit communities? What recommendations does the IDSN statement make for addressing the impact of COVID-19 on Dalit communities? Browse the web-pages of AWID (awid.org) and FRIDA and tell us about the work of one of these organizations. Why have you chosen this organization? how relevant are its activities to the concepts we have been discussing in class so far? Reading: Association for Womens Rights in Development (AWID). 2004. Intersectionality: A Tool for Gender and Economic Justice. Womens Rights and Economic Change. No. 9, August. https://www.awid.org/publications/intersectionality-tool-gender-and-economic-justice (also, please browse AWIDs page and learn about the strategies and programs of this organization). FRIDA. N.D. Young Feminist Voices: Dalit Woman Speaks (also watch the video). International Dalit Solidarity Network (IDSN). 2020 (March 27). Saving lives by preventing discrimination in COVID-19 relief. https://idsn.org/saving-lives-by-preventing-discrimination-in-covid-19-relief/
