Listen "Why Do Black Women Feel so Invisible While Pushing the Democracy?"
Episode Synopsis
Dr. Sherice Janaye Nelson, an author and researcher specializing in leadership and African diasporic politics, discussed her book "Visibly Invisible" which explores the contributions of Black women in the United States Congress. She shared her academic journey through HBCUs and her research on the Congressional Black Caucus, highlighting the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Black women in politics while noting their significant legislative impact and evolving representation while yelling in the forest long enough for radical ideas become normalized. Dr. Nelson emphasized the importance of HBCUs and sororities in building support networks for women in politics, discussing how these connections help navigate challenges and promote collective progress. You can purchase her book at https://uwpbooks.com/product/visibly-invisible-the-black-women-of-the-congressional-black-caucus/