There is an exploration of experiences that some African American women have encountered while in higher education professions. African American women are often subjected to microaggressions, unfair treatment, and marginalized conduct by their peers. In addition, African American women in academia face the lack of mentorship and acceptance from other African American women for a variety of reasons. This chapter explores some of the challenges African American women in academia face and how mentorship can help them significantly.
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