Intersectionality — Exploring how power and privilege interface within the transport sector

Women in Transport provides a platform through which we are uncovering where and how various levels of power and privilege interface and crossover.

Join us as we create a safe space in unpacking topics such as race, the power of labels, belonging, otherness, trauma, faith, mental health and wellbeing, allyship, communications, recruitment and retention, data, physiological/psychological safety, and more.

The Women in Transport Podcast and Book Club are just two of the ways you can get involved. You can also download our latest whitepaper on the motherhood penalty, or access our tailored workplace inclusion programmes.

 
 

Intersectional Journeys — Listen to real industry stories on the Women in Transport Podcast

 

Intersectionality in Transport

We believe that diversity is vital to the success of the transport sector, helping us to be stronger and to meet the needs of the communities within which we operate and the customers we serve.

 

What is Intersectionality?

Intersectionality refers to how people in all their diversity, embody multiple identities, face intersecting oppressions and suffer differently from the same structural and institutional power imbalances. The term was first devised in 1989 by Kimberlé Crenshaw in a bid to address the marginalisation of black women with its roots in critical race theory and black feminism. It has since evolved to encompass all diverse social identities, power dynamics, political and social identities and related issues.

The intersection of identities produces different experiences for different people. While some identities may be more privileged due to their gender, race, sexuality, class or faith, others may experience inordinate discrimination. There is still much to do to improve workforce diversity, to support ethnic minorities and marginalised communities into senior leadership positions.

 

How are we driving progress?

  • Exploring enlightening texts through the Women in Transport Book Club.

  • Uncovering cultural stories and experiences through taste and smell.

  • Having deep conversations through the Women in Transport Podcast.

  • Launching specialist networks with our partners.

  • Influencing policy and release data through surveys, whitepapers, round table events and the Women in Transport APPG.

  • Propelling your learning and development within the transport sector through our intersectionality-focused education activity.

  • Supporting organisations with their own intersectionality conversations through our consultancy services. Improving employee engagement, understanding routes to progression, creating a space for the right conversations and empowering your organisation to take the right steps forward.

  • Underpinning our activity through our Intersectionality Advisory Group and Working Group; which are made up of leading figures within the transport sector.

 

Our latest whitepaper

Are you excited to dive into our exclusive whitepaper about the motherhood penalty? This whitepaper delves into the phenomenon of the motherhood penalty and the experiences of our members. It offers a roadmap for employers to navigate these changes effectively.

Be the first to access groundbreaking insights, trends and strategies! Register your details using the form below to claim your free copy.

 
 

Enhance employee engagement with Women in Transport

Women in Transport helps organisations foster a diverse and inclusive workforce through tailored programs.

Our services include:

  • Workshops and Training — Themes include Mastering Presentation Skills, Bias Awareness, Awareness of Intersectionality and Representation, and more

  • Coaching

  • Employee Resource Groups — Supportive networks for underrepresented groups.

  • Leadership Training — Tools for inclusive leadership.

  • Guest Speaking — Inspiring talks to engage and motivate your workforce.

Benefits:

  • Increase satisfaction — Valued employees are more engaged.

  • Boost innovation — Diverse teams bring new ideas.

  • Attract top talent — A commitment to inclusion improves reputation.

  • Build sustainable success — Diversity drives long-term growth.

How to get started:

Transform your workplace with Women in Transport. Fill in the contact form below to learn more.

 

Want to know more?

If you would like to find out more and engage with us, please fill out the form below and our Intersectionality Programme Director, Shireen Ali-Khan, will get back to you.