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The racial and ethnic gaps in STEM are still significant
Despite efforts to encourage inclusion in the STEM sector, a new report suggests a striking amount of progress is still needed.
Analysis recently released shows that in the US, Black and Hispanic workers remain underrepresented in STEM jobs. Black professionals account for just 9% of STEM workers and Hispanic professionals a meagre 8%, despite making up 11% and 17% of the US workforce. On the other hand, Asian and white professionals continue to be overrepresented.
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