SAVING OUR DAUGHTERS.

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  • Author(s): Beard, Hilary
  • Source:
    Ebony. Jun2014, Vol. 69 Issue 8, p116-121. 6p.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      AFRICAN American girls; RIGHT to education; FAMILIES; INTERPERSONAL relations; SOCIAL status
    • Abstract:
      The article focuses on the welfare of African American girls as of 2014, when they are also experiencing the same challenges faced by their brothers as seen in the cases of Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis. Topics discussed include the status of African American girls' relationships and family life, her health and accessibility of education. Also mentioned is how higher socioeconomic status helps African American girls to avoid experiencing the challenges of those less fortunate. INSETS: HER IDENTITY AND SELF-IMAGE;Her Family and Relationships;HER HEALTH;Her Education