GENDER, RACE AND INTERSECTIONALITY IN THE ACADEMY

what is being produced about the black woman?

Abstract

This article aims to analyze stricto sensu scientific production on black women, in view of the intersectional relationship that permeates their existence, such as the confrontation with issues of race, class and gender. We sought to identify how the theme is addressed in higher education institutions and the characteristics associated with this production. The research was developed through a sample survey, which gathered a total of 2,723 postgraduate works, based on four indicators: black women, racism, structural racism and decoloniality. The analyzed period runs from 2017 to 2021. From the data and analyzes developed, it was possible to observe that the states that most produced about the categories were Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Bahia; Among the universities, UFBA, CEFET-RJ, USP and UFMG stand out. Textual content analysis showed that most of the productions shared a qualitative character and usually addressed themes associated with categories such as race, gender, violence, education and health. In addition, it was identified that identity phenomena, especially the racial identity of researchers, can influence the scientific investigations produced by them. Finally, it was concluded that discussions about black women are substantial, being present in 41% of the works analyzed, but, even though the share of productions is expressive, it is also necessary to point out that there is a long way to go to achieve the necessary visibility. to such productions, starting with the entrance and permanence of these women in the university environment.