This research aims to understand the consideration of the intersectionality by the European Union in its development programs. The ENI CBC MED Programme is used as a case study to approach the study's aims. This program is implemented as a large-scale EU program that comprises 80 projects to further achieve the goals of promoting economic and social development and addressing common environmental challenges in the Mediterranean areas, which are well-known for their highly diverse communities that represent various social categories like, nationality, language, religion, race, ethnicity, and others. Although the term intersectionality is relatively new, it is being used as a principle of assessment as it intends to capture the understanding of discrimination and privilege. The research focuses on analyzing intersectionality, guided by six key principles, "Intersecting Categories", "Multilevel Analysis", "Reflectivity", "Time and Space", "The Diversity of Knowledge", and "Social Justice" in the design and the implementation of the program through the analysis of the program documents, the interviews with the program staff, and the focus groups with the program partners. The main takeaway in the process of this research has been the observation that intersectional perspective is partially and indirectly employed as a tool throughout the design and implementation of the program. However, some of the well-used intersectional principles are not recognized as part of the intersectional approach, which stems from a lack of awareness of the concept of "Intersectionality" itself.
Anotace v angličtině
This research aims to understand the consideration of the intersectionality by the European Union in its development programs. The ENI CBC MED Programme is used as a case study to approach the study's aims. This program is implemented as a large-scale EU program that comprises 80 projects to further achieve the goals of promoting economic and social development and addressing common environmental challenges in the Mediterranean areas, which are well-known for their highly diverse communities that represent various social categories like, nationality, language, religion, race, ethnicity, and others. Although the term intersectionality is relatively new, it is being used as a principle of assessment as it intends to capture the understanding of discrimination and privilege. The research focuses on analyzing intersectionality, guided by six key principles, "Intersecting Categories", "Multilevel Analysis", "Reflectivity", "Time and Space", "The Diversity of Knowledge", and "Social Justice" in the design and the implementation of the program through the analysis of the program documents, the interviews with the program staff, and the focus groups with the program partners. The main takeaway in the process of this research has been the observation that intersectional perspective is partially and indirectly employed as a tool throughout the design and implementation of the program. However, some of the well-used intersectional principles are not recognized as part of the intersectional approach, which stems from a lack of awareness of the concept of "Intersectionality" itself.
Klíčová slova
Intersectionality, European Union, Development Programs
Klíčová slova v angličtině
Intersectionality, European Union, Development Programs
Rozsah průvodní práce
63
Jazyk
AN
Anotace
This research aims to understand the consideration of the intersectionality by the European Union in its development programs. The ENI CBC MED Programme is used as a case study to approach the study's aims. This program is implemented as a large-scale EU program that comprises 80 projects to further achieve the goals of promoting economic and social development and addressing common environmental challenges in the Mediterranean areas, which are well-known for their highly diverse communities that represent various social categories like, nationality, language, religion, race, ethnicity, and others. Although the term intersectionality is relatively new, it is being used as a principle of assessment as it intends to capture the understanding of discrimination and privilege. The research focuses on analyzing intersectionality, guided by six key principles, "Intersecting Categories", "Multilevel Analysis", "Reflectivity", "Time and Space", "The Diversity of Knowledge", and "Social Justice" in the design and the implementation of the program through the analysis of the program documents, the interviews with the program staff, and the focus groups with the program partners. The main takeaway in the process of this research has been the observation that intersectional perspective is partially and indirectly employed as a tool throughout the design and implementation of the program. However, some of the well-used intersectional principles are not recognized as part of the intersectional approach, which stems from a lack of awareness of the concept of "Intersectionality" itself.
Anotace v angličtině
This research aims to understand the consideration of the intersectionality by the European Union in its development programs. The ENI CBC MED Programme is used as a case study to approach the study's aims. This program is implemented as a large-scale EU program that comprises 80 projects to further achieve the goals of promoting economic and social development and addressing common environmental challenges in the Mediterranean areas, which are well-known for their highly diverse communities that represent various social categories like, nationality, language, religion, race, ethnicity, and others. Although the term intersectionality is relatively new, it is being used as a principle of assessment as it intends to capture the understanding of discrimination and privilege. The research focuses on analyzing intersectionality, guided by six key principles, "Intersecting Categories", "Multilevel Analysis", "Reflectivity", "Time and Space", "The Diversity of Knowledge", and "Social Justice" in the design and the implementation of the program through the analysis of the program documents, the interviews with the program staff, and the focus groups with the program partners. The main takeaway in the process of this research has been the observation that intersectional perspective is partially and indirectly employed as a tool throughout the design and implementation of the program. However, some of the well-used intersectional principles are not recognized as part of the intersectional approach, which stems from a lack of awareness of the concept of "Intersectionality" itself.
Klíčová slova
Intersectionality, European Union, Development Programs
Klíčová slova v angličtině
Intersectionality, European Union, Development Programs
Zásady pro vypracování
This research aims to study how EU programs that focus on development consider intersectionality principles in their projects regarding the project cycle from designing, implementing, and evaluating. As well, how the intersectionality appears in both staffing and communication within the projects. The intersectionality principles that will be taken into consideration are the Intersecting Categories, Multi-level Analysis, Power, Reflexivity, Time and Space, The Diversity of Knowledges, Social Justice, Equity, and Resistance & Resilience.
Zásady pro vypracování
This research aims to study how EU programs that focus on development consider intersectionality principles in their projects regarding the project cycle from designing, implementing, and evaluating. As well, how the intersectionality appears in both staffing and communication within the projects. The intersectionality principles that will be taken into consideration are the Intersecting Categories, Multi-level Analysis, Power, Reflexivity, Time and Space, The Diversity of Knowledges, Social Justice, Equity, and Resistance & Resilience.
Seznam doporučené literatury
Collins, P. H., & Bilge, S. (2020). Intersectionality. John Wiley & Sons.
Cooper, B. (2016). Intersectionality. In The Oxford handbook of feminist theory.
Hankivsky, O. (2014). Intersectionality 101. The Institute for Intersectionality Research & Policy, SFU, 36.
Kantola, J., & Nousiainen, K. (2009). Institutionalizing intersectionality in Europe: Introducing the theme. International Feminist Journal of Politics, 11(4), 459-477.
Lombardo, E., & Verloo, M. (2009). Institutionalizing intersectionality in the European Union? Policy developments and contestations. International Feminist Journal of Politics, 11(4), 478-495.
Lutz, H., Vivar, M. T. H., & Supik, L. (2016). Framing Intersectionality: An introduction. In Framing Intersectionality (pp. 15-36). Routledge.
Verloo, M. (2006). Multiple inequalities, Intersectionality, and the European Union. European Journal of Women's Studies, 13(3), 211-228.
Seznam doporučené literatury
Collins, P. H., & Bilge, S. (2020). Intersectionality. John Wiley & Sons.
Cooper, B. (2016). Intersectionality. In The Oxford handbook of feminist theory.
Hankivsky, O. (2014). Intersectionality 101. The Institute for Intersectionality Research & Policy, SFU, 36.
Kantola, J., & Nousiainen, K. (2009). Institutionalizing intersectionality in Europe: Introducing the theme. International Feminist Journal of Politics, 11(4), 459-477.
Lombardo, E., & Verloo, M. (2009). Institutionalizing intersectionality in the European Union? Policy developments and contestations. International Feminist Journal of Politics, 11(4), 478-495.
Lutz, H., Vivar, M. T. H., & Supik, L. (2016). Framing Intersectionality: An introduction. In Framing Intersectionality (pp. 15-36). Routledge.
Verloo, M. (2006). Multiple inequalities, Intersectionality, and the European Union. European Journal of Women's Studies, 13(3), 211-228.
Přílohy volně vložené
Appendix (1): The List of Documents
Appendix (2): Document Analysis Questions
Appendix (3): Interview Questions
Appendix (4): Structure and questions of the focus groups
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Záznam průběhu obhajoby
The student Abu Shkhadim presented the results of her master thesis "Intersectionality in EU Development Programmes: a Case Study of ENI CBC MED". The student presented her motivation and personal experience in the development field. She explained the framework of intersectionality, the limits and the criteria chosen for her thesis. The student discussed the methodology and methods used according to the interpretation of the results. The thesis supervisor pointed out the importance of understanding intersectionality and asked for a better elaboration of the figures that appear in the thesis. The reviewer pointed out the subjectivity of some sections of the work. Given the time constraints the student faced in writing the paper, the committee suggested a deeper analysis of this phenomenon. In the discussion part, Ms Abu Shkhadim admitted the errors she made in her work, but she seems interested in the topic of her research and wants to continue her project and learn from the mistakes she made.