Intersectionality: Collins Vs. Collins

After having read “Intersectionality,” I reached the conclusion that there is no correct way to define said word as it can take many forms. However, if I had to define it in my own words, I would say intersectionality is an important tool needed to understand the complex connection between individuals and the larger forces at work which shape them as well as society. In the chapter “Intersectionality,” Collins makes it clear that by attempting to understand the links which bind everyone together people become more adept to deal with the social issues plaguing the world. Collins establishes that is because intersectionality can be used as an analytical tool to conduct a deep examination of intertwining relationships found in the world and their influence on society. By understanding said influence
She does so by showing there is more to the FIFA World Cup than meets the eye and that to better understand the issues it faces with and their impact on society one must view it from an intersectional lens. Collins makes of point of the fact that in football regardless of anyone’s background everyone wants “to play on a fair playing field.” To Collins, this demonstrates people’s wish for fairness which was showing in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Although some people were shocked and dismayed at the results no one objected to the fairness of the game. For Collins, this was an example of how football, on a superficial level, helps to show how things should be viewed. However, on a deeper level, Collins makes it clear that football is anything but fair. One example, she uses is the fact that while fair play within gender categories is expected the categories themselves are not necessarily fair. While men and women alike play soccer professionally in the FIFA World Cup only men can compete. Unfortunately, this leads to the belief that “the kind of football that counts for the FIFA and fans” is only played by