Black Women in STEM: The Need for Intersectional Supports in Professional Conference Spaces

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Abstract

This paper uses observation, focus group, and survey data from a Black science conference to understand the experiences of Black women student attendees. Using an intersectional lens, we find that professional conferences can better serve Black women participants by considering their nuanced experiences, barriers, and contributions to the field.

Authors

• Mabel Eunice Sanchez, University of Southern California

• Liane I Hypolite, University of Southern California