Breaking Ceilings and Healing Corazónes: Confronting Racial Trauma in Academia

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Authors: Judelysse Gomez, Lillian A. Polanco-Roman, Regina Miranda, Jhovelis Mañaná
DOI: 10.1108/978-1-80592-991-820261013
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Abstract

Abstract This chapter provides a collective testimonio of Latinas at various stages of their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) academic careers. The authors share how their “circle” serves as a refuge for processing the impacts of intersecting systems of oppression and offers a space for healing and critical‑consciousness raising.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Critical Race Theory in Education Career Development and Diversity Racial and Ethnic Identity Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerald Group Publishing Limited eBooks
Pages
233–252
Publication date
24 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter