Identity politics, as described by Jamie Wheal, refers to the phenomenon where individuals prioritize and advocate for the interests and perspectives of groups defined by distinct social categories like race, gender, sexuality, or religion. This form of politics arises from the recognition that members of these groups often face systemic inequities and seeks to address and rectify these imbalances. It is both a tool for empowerment and a potential source of division, as it can unify marginalized voices while also emphasizing differences. At its best, identity politics drives a greater representation and inclusivity in societal systems; at its worst, it risks entrenching divisions and undermining a broader sense of shared humanity.

See also: social justice, flow genome project, radical hope, peak experience, non-ordinary state