In the past 90 days, 300,000 Black women have fallen out of the labor force, with the national rate rising to six percent as of July, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. While the headlines don’t always say names, the reality is clear: Black women are being pushed out of the workforce at alarming rates.

I know this firsthand. In June, I was laid off after my company introduced a new AI-driven tool that automated a significant portion of the editorial workflow. While the tool promised efficiency, what it really delivered was displacement. I’ve since applied to dozens of jobs each week — roles I’m often overqualified for and have often received no response. Though it’s much larger than our resumé and qualifications. It’s about a system where Black women’s labor is easily replaced, but

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