Issues arising in addressing the two Sexism is a form of oppression, specifically it is a set of ideas, attitudes and assumptions which operate against the interests of women and the power of men to enforce these in ways that undermine, restrict and control women, socially, ideologically, economically, physically and sexually. Jones and Ashley Smith Racism is a specific form of discrimination usually based on skin colour or membership of a minority ethnic group.
Racism is a system of group dominance.
This system is both structural and ideological. It is important to understand the burdens of gender and ethnic oppression experienced by Traveller women. The liberation of Traveller women from these burdens must come from an understanding of sexism and racism and a commitment to challenge and change the current situation. But what is important to stress is that in addressing the complex issues arising from sexist and racist attitudes and behaviour Traveller women are not forced to prioritise one form of oppression over the other. Traveller Groups Traveller groups have created a space for Travellers to come together to discuss, highlight and seek redress to the issues that are important for them as Travellers.