In the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, Black women are a double minority. A study by the American Association of University Women shows that Black women represent just under 7% of the population, but only 4.2% of biology sciences, 2.6% of computer sciences, 2.8% of physical sciences, 2.3% of math and statistics and 0.99% of engineering degrees. Some of the reasons include racism and sexism. NewsVision reporter Kiera Mclean speaks to two STEM students who are making a difference
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Pushing Beyond the Barriers: The Double Minority of Black Women in STEM
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