Poikkisuuntaisuus
Poikkisuuntaisuus, a Finnish term, translates to "transversality" or "cross-directionality" in English. It refers to a concept that emphasizes the interconnectedness and multidimensionality of phenomena, particularly within social, political, and cultural contexts. Instead of viewing issues in isolation, poikkisuuntaisuus suggests that they are influenced by and influence a multitude of intersecting factors.
This concept challenges linear thinking and promotes an understanding of how different aspects of life, such
Poikkisuuntaisuus is often associated with intersectionality, a related but distinct concept that highlights the overlapping systems