Childhood Lost: The Adultificaton of African American Girls

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Childhood Lost: The Adultificaton of African American Girls - Across America, and here in Pittsburgh, a disturbing trend is putting the futures of African American girls at risk. It’s called adultification, a perception that Black girls are more aggressive and less deserving of support and care. A perception that can also lead to negative outcomes that take them from the classroom to the courtroom. Meet the people challenging systems and working for change.

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About Childhood Lost: The Adultificaton of African American Girls

Across America, and here in Pittsburgh, a disturbing trend is putting the futures of African American girls at risk. It’s called adultification, a perception that Black girls are more aggressive and less deserving of support and care. A perception that can also lead to negative outcomes that take them from the classroom to the courtroom. Meet the people challenging systems and working for change.