Critical race theory and black feminist insights into "race" and gender equality

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ID2148128
AutoresAlexandra J Rankin-Wright (0000-0002-5962-266X, Durham University, autor correspondente), Kevin Hylton (0000-0003-1537-9853, Leeds Beckett University), Leanne Norman (0000-0003-3412-686X, Leeds Beckett University)
Ano2020
Volume43
Fascículo7
Páginas1111-1129
Data de publicação2020-05-27
Peer ReviewedSim
Open AccessNão
TipoARTICLE
PeriódicoEthnic and Racial Studies (JOURNAL)
Identificadores do periódicoISSN: 0141-9870 • E-ISSN: 1466-4356
EditoraInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/01419870.2019.1640374
OpenAlexW2957322598
IdiomaEN
Citações recebidas12
Referências citadas49

This paper applies the concept "blind spots" to describe partial approaches to "race" and gender equality agendas in sport organizations in the UK, drawing on semi-structured, in-depth interviews with Equality and Coach Development Leaders. Using the specific context of sport coaching, our qualitative approach is underpinned by critical race theory and the work of black feminism and intersectionality scholarship. Three key themes are identified: The marginality of "race" in the equalities agenda; Patterns of (in)visibility; and Whitening Equality. We argue that there is an urgent need for "race" conscious intersectional critiques of sport coaching. This is to examine the multiplicity and complexities of inclusion and exclusion for coaches and the different levels at which social divisions are constructed and interconnected. The paper provides a theoretical contribution to develop "race" equality research and outlines implications for policy-makers and practitioners to help challenge notions of meritocracy

Critical race theory · Feminism · Feminist theory · Intersectionality · Race (biology · Sociology · Gender Diversity and Inequality · Gender Studies · Sport and Mega-Event Impacts · Sports, Gender, and Society