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Sustainability

2021

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The Power Of The Modern Underground Railroad For Black Women: The Sistas’ Guide For Survival To Navigate Troubled Waters In Educational Leadership, Felicia H. Simmons Jan 2021

The Power Of The Modern Underground Railroad For Black Women: The Sistas’ Guide For Survival To Navigate Troubled Waters In Educational Leadership, Felicia H. Simmons

Doctor of Education Dissertations

This dissertation was designed to explore the advancement, obstacles, and barriers Black female educational leaders in Region X confront. The qualitative research examined 13 Black female educational leaders and teachers regarding the advancement and sustainability of Black female leaders despite obstacles and barriers. Participants were Region X administrators and educators. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and a focus group. The data were coded for common themes, assessed, and member checked. The findings revealed there is a need for informal and formal mentorship and networks to assist with navigating the obstacles and barriers in their leadership positions in Region X …