Aria S. Halliday

Marie Rich Endowed Professor in Arts and Sciences and Associate Professor in Gender and Women's Studies and African American and Africana Studies at the University of Kentucky, scholar of cultural constructions of Black girlhood and author of Black Girls and How We Fail Them.

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Dec 4, 2025 • 47min

Black Girls and How We Fail Them

Dr. Aria S. Halliday, a distinguished professor and scholar of Black girlhood, delves into the systemic failures faced by Black girls. She critiques the media's portrayal of figures like Malia and Sasha Obama, emphasizing how these narratives contribute to societal harm. Halliday discusses the concept of misogynoir and its impact on Black girls, revealing the damaging effects of adultification and public surveillance. She advocates for acknowledging failures and fostering community support to empower Black girls, urging listeners to take actionable steps towards change.

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