Intersectionality is a concept often used in critical theories to describe the ways in which oppressive institutions (heterosexism, homophobia, sexism, sizeism, etc.) are interconnected and cannot be examined separately. Heterosexism is the discrimination or prejudice against homosexuals on the assumption that heterosexuality is the normal sexual orientation. Homophobia is the dislike or prejudice against homosexual people because of who they are attracted to. Sexism is the prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination against someone because of their gender. Sizeism is the prejudice or discrimination against someone due to their size. These negative attitudes often intersect and people are unaware of how to categorize them. For example, an African-American
