Methodological framework for intersectionality analysis

To tackle the interlinkage of inequalities in the field of biodiversity, PLANET4B aims at utilising the concept of intersectionality.

Intersectionality highlights that race, gender, disability, sexuality, class, age, and other social categories are interrelated and lead to different levels of power and oppression influenced by forces like colonialism and neoliberalism.

The concept itself is not a theory with clear methodological considerations, thus, this report provides insight into relevant theories and methods, and documents a co-creation process of the PLANET4B consortium, in order to facilitate a shared understanding of using the intersectional lens for upcoming biodiversity case studies.

This co-created framework for PLANET4B case studies comprises three elements:
• Using intersectionality as a starting point of reflexivity of researchers.
• Considering intersectionality and positions of privilege when approaching
actors.
• Doing case studies with an intersectional lens.