Mount Oppression
The Climb
Climbing Mount Oppression serves as a powerful educational tool, designed to immerse players in the nuanced realities of social justice and intersectionality. This journey up the mountain is not just a path within a game, but a metaphorical exploration of the societal hierarchies that shape our world. By engaging with the various levels, each representing different groups facing oppression, players gain insights into the complexities of privilege, marginalization, and the interconnectedness of different identities.
This interactive experience fosters empathy and understanding, as players are confronted with the challenges and struggles of those different from themselves. It prompts critical thinking and discussions about real-world issues, encouraging players to reflect on their own positions within these structures. The game's structure, emphasizing the importance of collecting Character Cards from each level, reinforces the concept that comprehensive understanding and allyship are crucial in the fight against oppression.
The Nine Levels
Red:
Straight White Cisgender Men
You benefit from systemic privileges, such as greater access to economic opportunities, social power, and do not experience discrimination.
Dark Orange:
Straight White Cisgender Women
You may experience certain societal advantages, such as racial and sexual orientation privileges, but also face gender-based inequalities and expectations.
Orange:
Straight Cisgender Men of Color
You face racial discrimination but also benefit from gender and sexual orientation privileges, navigating complex intersections of advantage and disadvantage.
Yellow:
Straight Cisgender Women of Color
You face intersectional challenges with racism and sexism, yet may experience solidarity and cultural richness, navigating unique societal advantages and disadvantages.
Lime Green:
People with Disabilities
You face societal barriers, including accessibility issues, discrimination, and lack of representation, which can hinder your full participation and equality in society.
Cool Green:
People with Obesity
You frequently encounter societal stigma, discrimination in healthcare and employment, and pervasive negative stereotypes, impacting your mental health and well-being.
Blue:
Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual
You often face prejudice and legal inequalities, impacting your rights, mental health, and access to services and support.
Purple:
Transgender
You frequently encounter societal exclusion, heightened vulnerability to violence, and widespread misunderstanding and prejudice, affecting your daily life and safety.
Magenta:
Peak Woken
Signifies the culmination of understanding of social hierarchies, symbolizing enlightenment and the highest awareness of intersectionality and systemic oppression.
