Understanding the Data Gap: The Foundation of Change

A a profound data gap exists in understanding the challenges faced by Black girls in education and Black women in workplaces. Our work encourages examining the nature, scope, and consequences of this gap. Join us in exploring how insufficient data leads to misinformed policies and perpetuates stereotypes, ultimately failing to meet the specific needs of Black girls and women.

Historical Context and Overcoming Systemic Barriers

We provide a historical overview of data collection practices and discuss the systemic barriers that have contributed to this gap. Understanding this context is crucial for developing strategies to overcome these barriers and ensure more inclusive and comprehensive data collection in the future.

The Urgent Need for Targeted Research

Silent Dangers™ identifies key areas where focused research is essential. We emphasize the importance of involving Black girls and women in the research process and utilizing diverse research methods to reflect their true experiences. Discover how this targeted research can enlighten policy-making and advocacy efforts.

Mobilizing Resources and Building Collaborations

Our platform is committed to mobilizing funding and support for research initiatives. We highlight the significance of building collaborations between various stakeholders — from educational institutions to corporations — to facilitate effective data collection and sharing. Learn how these collaborative efforts can drive impactful changes.

Data-Driven Solutions: Informing Policy and Advocacy

We believe in the power of data to inform policy-making and drive advocacy efforts. This section of our website illustrates how data can be used to develop responsive policies, challenge stereotypes, and guide community actions towards achieving equity for Black girls and women.

Join Our Mission to Fill the Data Gap

Through Advocacy for Equity and Justice, we are committed to filling the data gap and using this information to drive meaningful change. Explore this section to understand how data can be a powerful tool in advocating for Black girls and women, and find out how you can contribute to this vital mission.