New Study Reveals Unseen Influence of Black Women in Sports
It’s no secret that Black women have consistently excelled in sports, but, like many industries, there’s still work and progress that need to be done. For National Black Women in Sports Day, a new study conducted by Diverse Representation and entertainment company Wasserman shares insight into the impact Black women have made in the industry.
According to the study, despite the surge in interest in women’s sports, 73% of Black women still only occasionally follow sports, identifying a lack of cultural representation as a key contributing factor. The study focuses on Black women agents and fans, and the report uncovers critical insights that highlight both their cultural power and the systemic inequities that continue to hinder opportunity and inclusion.
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