Decolonising career guidance: Experiences of female, BAME career guidance professionals through the lens of intersectionality theory
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https://doi.org/10.20856/jnicec.4806Keywords:
Race, Ethnicity, Equality, Social justice, Decolonisation, Career development professionAbstract
This article explores a small-scale study on the experiences of female, BAME career guidance professionals in the workplace through the lens of intersectionality theory. Currently, there is a lack of literature on this highlighting the importance of researching this. The article starts with the introduction, rationale and significance of research into this area and the importance of decolonising methodology. The findings reveal perceptions of unfair treatment, stereotyping, unconscious bias, discrimination and more. They highlight how these experiences are woven together through intersectionality which can result in compounding challenges. This is then followed by recommendations.
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