Analyzing the Intersectionality of Gender, Race, and Technology in Modern Workspaces
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64137/XXXXXXXX/IJMHSS-V1I1P101Keywords:
Intersectionality, Gender, Race, Technology, Workspaces, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, Systemic biasAbstract
Because of faster technological progress, modern office environments have seen both new benefits and new challenges. Nevertheless, these changes happen while surrounded by other forces. Different experiences in technology at work are influenced a lot by gender and race. This paper focuses on how gender, race and technology work together and influence the workplace. Using both qualitative data and case studies, we prove that current technologies commonly lead to systemic biases that influence hiring, promotion and office culture. The book discusses important points from three major areas: tech industries, healthcare and academia. Furthermore, the research uses an intersectional approach to understand the ways different identities have effects in technology-driven offices. Overall, our findings prove that having inclusive rules, fair designs and diverse leaders is important for addressing these differences. Our research outlines strategies to form fair and inclusive technological settings and provide clear instructions to researchers, practitioners and policymakers
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