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Taryrn T.C. Brown

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Girlhood Studies In academia, safe spaces for marginalized groups, especially Black women, are scarce, leading to feelings of isolation, gendered racism, and hypercritical evaluations (Robinson, Commodore, & Johnson, 2022). While traditional mentoring spaces exist on campus, there's a growing trend of seeking support and community through digital platforms. Digital community building is highly beneficial for Black women, offering connection, support, and empowerment. Online platforms provide spaces for sharing experiences, discussing challenges, and accessing resources not readily available offline. Additionally, these spaces serve as platforms for activism and amplifying Black women's voices. The Black Girlhood Collaborative (BGC) is a digital community dedicated to connecting Black women in academia and fostering discussions on literature and Black girlhood. As an e-mentoring and digital community space, BGC facilitates conversations on research, goal- setting, and collaboration. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of BGC by gathering feedback and perceptions on members' experiences. Through surveying participants, we explore intersecting identities, institutional environments, e-mentoring perceptions, resource utilization, and suggestions for improvement. Our goal is to deepen understanding of online community spaces for Black women in academia and identify strategies for effective implementation. By analyzing collected data, universities can enhance digital platforms for e-mentoring and community building, particularly for marginalized groups. 204

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University of Florida / 2024

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Taryrn T.C. Brown