Un silence assourdissant! Listening to what’s not being said, addressing the silence around and impact of intersectionality for Leaving Certificate Applied students in Irish second level education.

Authors

Vicki O'Reilly, Technological University DublinFollow

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Abstract

Intersectionality as a concept for diversity and discrimination helps us to put shape on the many layers and descriptors that label and often define us as individuals. The narrative we hear about how we discuss and describe each layer can shape how society places value on each layer or descriptor. Where we hear nothing, where there is gap in our narrative, we can find discourse lacking as a means to shape and overcome intersectionality. In looking at two specific descriptors, socio-economic status and educational attainment, we investigate how their intersection can impact individuals and the ensuant discourse that surrounds them. Describing an action research intervention which introduces an approach called ‘possible others’, this paper calls out a distinct lack of discourse around educational tracks and socio-economic diversity in the workplace in Ireland and challenges employers to address the silence and change the narrative.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.21427/D7G59P

Recommended Citation

O'Reilly, Vicki (2024) "Un silence assourdissant! Listening to what’s not being said, addressing the silence around and impact of intersectionality for Leaving Certificate Applied students in Irish second level education.," Journal of Franco-Irish Studies: Vol. 8: Iss. 1, Article 5.
doi:https://doi.org/10.21427/D7G59P
Available at: https://arrow.tudublin.ie/jofis/vol8/iss1/5