The concept of intersectionality and the ways in which we perform aspects of our identity.
write an essay paper of 500-800 words, in response to the points outlined below. Be open and honest. This essay is a safe space to explore new concepts without judgment.
- Using citations from the Explorations. Reading Assignments or other credible sources define, apply and integrate at least four terms throughout your essay. 2. Identify at least three aspects of your identity that you perform. This may be something singular like gender or it may be intersectional like the combination of both gender and race. 3. Where did you learn how to perform these identities? It might be from the example or your parents, peers, media. etc.. Use personal examples to illustrate. 4. Performance of identities that do not fit the cultural “norm” are often subject to criticism and discrimination. Describe a time when you have experienced this. What were you doing and what reaction did you receive? What does this example say about power and culture? 5. How does the way you perform your identities affect the way you communicate with others? Use personal examples to illustrate. 6. How does the way you perform your identities affect the way others communicate with you? Use personal examples to illustrate.
