Honouring the women of STEM in Medway

This article provides an opportunity for me to draw comparisons between Black women in STEM and women from other cultural backgrounds and races, exploring whether they too face similar challenges regarding the intersectional factors of gender, race, and professional identity.

The article highlights the achievements of women in STEM, a traditionally male-dominated field. Similarly, my research examines how race, gender, and age intersect to shape experiences of visibility and participation in the arts.

Comparing Black women in STEM with women from other racial and cultural backgrounds allows for an exploration of shared and unique challenges related to gender inequality and racial bias.

Featuring women from various cultural backgrounds in STEM resonates with my commitment to celebrating diverse contributions to fields often shaped by systemic barriers. This comparison enriches my understanding of intersectional challenges and informs how such barriers manifest across industries like STEM and the arts.

My research employs autoethnography and visual ethnography to document the experiences of underrepresented groups. By applying these methodologies to the comparison of women in STEM, I can expand my analysis to address systemic issues of intersectionality across professions.

While my work focuses on Black British women in the arts, this comparison allows me to examine how similar stereotypes about capability and visibility affect women in STEM across different races and cultural identities. This reinforces the broader applicability of intersectionality theory in understanding professional inequality.

Use this comparison to advocate for more inclusive narratives that address the intersectional challenges faced by women across different professions and cultures.