In the complex landscape of career progression, highly skilled migrant Black women face a unique set of challenges that intersect with colourism and ethnic hierarchies. These women, often possessing advanced degrees and professional expertise, encounter multiple layers of stereotypes that can impede their professional advancement. This article explores the intersectionality of colourism and ethnic hierarchies and how these dynamics manifest in the workplace, affecting the career trajectories of highly skilled migrant Black women.

Understanding Colourism and Ethnic Hierarchies

Colourism, deeply ingrained in societal norms, perpetuates biases based on skin tone within racial or ethnic groups. Ethnic hierarchies, on the other hand, involve the stratification of different ethnicities within a given society, often influenced by historical, economic, and political factors. For highly skilled migrant Black women, these intersecting dynamics create unique challenges as they navigate their...

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Set Some Goals: It’s Never Too Late
 

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