In December 2016, Erica Graham, Raegan Higgins, Shelby Wilson, and Candice Price had a conference call discussing the creation of a website that would highlight the contributions and lives of Black mathematicians. Inspired by the work of Lathisms and emboldened by the film Hidden Figures, they created the website “Mathematically Gifted and Black.” The name not only pays homage to the song so well known and loved within the Black community but is itself a tribute to those whose story may never have been told. Mathematically Gifted & Black honors a different Black Mathematician every day each February.
One such honoree is Brittany Mosby, an accomplished woman in the world of mathematics and an AMATYC Lifetime Member. Her mathematics journey is featured on Mathematically Gifted & Black, along with the stories and journeys of a multitude of other talented Black mathematicians. It is beneficial in STEM fields to hear the perspectives of people from different groups and various backgrounds. This website offers these perspectives and words of wisdom for all of us to consider.
In addition to all of the amazing honorees, Mathematically Gifted & Black contains resources for its visitors: suggestions of books to read, organizations to join or support, and a list of sources to learn about the historical contributions of Black mathematicians. Even though new honorees are listed only in February, you can access their stories year-round and all of the resources year-round.
Black mathematicians have made notable contributions to the advancement of mathematics throughout history, and they continue to do so. They deserve to have their stories shared throughout the year, and Mathematically Gifted & Black provides a means to share their stories and keep their historical significance alive.
Take a look at the website with the following link: https://mathematicallygiftedandblack.com/