If a Black woman faces discrimination in the workplace that is not solely based on her race or gender but rather on the intersection of both identities, what underlying concept helps explain this experience?

The experience of a Black woman facing discrimination in the workplace due to both her race and gender is best explained by the concept of intersectionality. This idea, introduced by scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw, suggests that different forms of discrimination can overlap and create unique challenges for individuals who belong to multiple marginalized groups. For example, a Black woman might face stereotypes that are not just about her being Black or being a woman, but about how these identities interact, leading to specific biases in hiring or promotion practices. This means that her experience of discrimination is more complicated than if she were judged by only one aspect of her identity. Understanding intersectionality helps us recognize and address these complex layers of discrimination in society.