Why Are Black Girls Disciplined More Harshly Than Their White Peers?

Biases revealed in a report coauthored by a Texas A&M University professor may shed new light on why black girls are disciplined more harshly than their white peers. The report, Girlhood Interrupted: The Erasure of Black Girls’ Childhood, focuses on adult perceptions of black girls and finds adults view black girls as less innocent and … Continue reading Why Are Black Girls Disciplined More Harshly Than Their White Peers?