Black Girls Can Talk: How to Elevate Your Voice in White Spaces

by Dr. DaJaneil S. McCree

Overview

Black Girls Can Talk by Dr. DaJaneil S. McCree sets the stage for an exploration of identity and empowerment for Black girls and women. The book calls out the fact that the experiences of Black girls are unique and emphasizes their power to define themselves. It highlights that personal identity is not solely determined by societal expectations but is a result of individual self-recognition. It aims to help Black girls and women navigate success and find their voice in spaces that were not initially designed for them.

This book offers:
Practical advice and real-life anecdotes from the viewpoint of a Black women in navigating White spaces.
A list of positive affirmations for Black women to help them practice and embrace self-love.  
Instructions on ways for Black women to begin being comfortable in their own skin and amplify their voices.
Tips for allies on how they can be of support to Black women in these spaces.

Black Girls Can Talk will reveal ways for Black women to identify their self-worth, build their confidence and self-esteem, and amplify their voice in White spaces. It also provides tips for making these environments more inclusive and equitable to these women.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798856368443
Publisher:	10-10-10 Publishing
Publication date:	08/09/2023
Pages:	252
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.53(d)

About the Author

Awarded the “Amplifying Black Women’s voices” award by New York Times Best Selling Author, Raymond Aaron, Dr. McCree is a Detroit native and health disparities researcher who has been working in various healthcare settings for more than a decade.


The award-winning author is a health disparities researcher, and her program of research examines the health care experiences, inequities, and social determinates that impact the health of Black, queer, young, cisgender women. Her research focuses on exploring the healthcare inequities they face and how these disparities contribute to delays in care and poor health outcomes to improve health trajectories for these women.

In this book, Dr. McCree draws upon her own experiences navigating predominantly White spaces to shed light on the challenges faced by Black women and girls in society. With a background in health education and behavioral health, she critically examines how these everyday experiences are internalized and may impact trajectories, always prioritizing optimal health. Her goal is to empower and assist Black women and girls in navigating the sometimes discriminatory encounters experienced by these women in White Spaces.

Her personal background as a Black American woman who grew up in an underserved community fuels her passion for improving the experiences of Black women. Driven by a commitment to amplify their voices in a society that often seeks to silence them, she finds immense joy in supporting other Black women and girls.