Qualitative study examines professional identity and systemic inequities faced by Black women, highlighting urgent need for equity-centered mentorship.
Key Points
Participants highlighted that systemic inequities heavily influence their professional identity and experiences in academia.
Reflexive thematic analysis revealed six key themes related to underrepresentation and emotional burdens in nursing roles.
Guided by Critical Race Theory, this narrative inquiry focused on the experiences of 32 Black women faculty and leaders.
Findings emphasize the need for targeted mentorship and leadership strategies to combat exclusion and foster equity in academic nursing.
Cite This Study
Kechinyere Iheduru-Anderson (2025) studied this question.