Safia is a first-generation American whose parents immigrated to the United States from Somalia and built a successful business. The business generated a high standard of living for the family and Safia was raised in an affluent neighborhood. She identifies as a femme of color and works for a nonprofit that provides healthcare referrals and services for LGBTQ+ individuals. Based on this description, how might forms of oppression interact in Safia’s life?
Answer
A
Safia experiences gender privilege and social class discrimination.
B
Safia experiences compounded oppression based on social class.
C
Safia experiences racial privilege and gender identity discrimination.
D
Safia experiences social class privilege and compounded oppression.
Explanation
Safia’s family’s successful business and affluent upbringing give her social class privilege. At the same time, as a femme person of color, she may face overlapping forms of oppression tied to race and gender expression or identity. These advantages and disadvantages can interact rather than cancel each other out, so the best choice is social class privilege alongside compounded oppression.
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