You might want to look into intersectionality: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intersectionality https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intersectionality > Intersectional

You might want to look into intersectionality: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intersectionality https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intersectionality > Intersectionality opposes analytical systems that treat each axis of oppression in isolation. Edit: I am not saying that explains all the complexity, and there has been a lot of criticism, justified or not. However, it is at least a good starting point.