African American Women: The Role of Education, Spirituality, and Resilience in their Transition from Poverty
Thursday, October 4, 2018 at 2:15 PM–3:00 PM EDT
Atlantic 1
Type of Presentation Requested
Shared Concurrent Session
Session Abstract
African American women born into impoverished families often have difficulty moving beyond their low socioeconomic circumstances. This transcendental phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of African American women who were born and reared in impoverished families; yet, these women have transitioned from poverty and function as successful adults.
Primary Presenter
Donna Scott, Ph.D., The University of Southern Mississippi
Additional Presenters: Enters In Order
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