Meet Dr. Shirley Jackson

Born on the 5th August 1946
She was the first African American woman to be awarded a doctorate in Nuclear Physics at the world leading university, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
She also conducted research which made it possible for others to invent things such as the fiber-optic cable, Caller-ID, and portable fax

Meet Marie Van Brittan Brown

She was born on 30th October 1922
She lived in New York which was a city riddled with crime during those times
In hopes to make her house safer, she created the Home Security System
The system had a microphone which enabled communication with visitors at the door, a camera which was connected to the television to display the footage and it also had an alert button which would immediately signal a nearby security firm
Our Modern Home Security Systems are built upon this model

Meet Maya Angelou

She was born on April 4^th 1928
She wrote the notable novel ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings’ which was inspired by her childhood in the Jim Crow South
Her book was incredibly successful and sold over 1 million copies
She heavily influenced the literature that we know today

Meet Madam C.J. Walker

Born on December 23rd, 1867
She was one of the first African American women to become a self-made millionaire
After suffering from hair loss, she made her own hair products which were so effective that she decided to sell them
Her manufacturing company still stands today, and her brand has collaborated with other cosmetic brands like Sephora

These are just a few of the many Black Women who have contributed greatly to society. Each faced various obstacles but were able to rise above them, resulting in them creating positive and innovative change around the world. That is how you should lead your life too. Wherever your interests and talents lie, you can make a huge impact. Obstacles will present themselves but just remember there is nothing you cannot overcome!

Written by Syah
Syah is from London. Through the thinkHER ambition, she aims for her posts to inspire and educate you! She also has her very own blog where she shares her thoughts and opinions on various topics like plastic surgery and pop culture. You can find her at @syah.blog!