Black Joy in STEM: A Catalyst for Change and Resistance

Written by: Ebony O. McGee, Devin T. White, and Zariah Nicole

Black students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) face daunting challenges beyond the complexity of their academic studies. These disciplines, often misperceived as value-neutral, are riddled with systemic biases that marginalize Black voices and sideline their contributions. The historical erasure of Black achievements in STEM reflects a broader pattern of intellectual theft and structural violence perpetrated by white supremacy. We need a new vision that compels us to confront and dismantle the legacy of white supremacy in STEM, replacing it with a technological ecosystem that celebrates and elevates Black knowledge, experience, and identity.

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