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Dorothy Vaughan

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“Dorothy Vaughan was an American mathematician and human computer who worked for NASA and its predecessor, NACA. She became a pioneering African-American supervisor in the West Area Computing unit and is known for her contributions to early U.S. spaceflight calculations.”

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The manifesto · 10 principles

Believe that progress comes from disciplined work, collaboration, and readiness to change.
Accept responsibility for leadership when needed, even if recognition is delayed.
Work with quiet determination; let results and excellence speak for themselves.
Persist through discrimination and adversity without letting them define your limits.
Support your community by sharing knowledge and creating opportunities for others.
Use your competence and professionalism to overcome barriers and earn respect.
Lead by example and help others succeed, especially those who are being overlooked.
Take initiative and prepare yourself for the future, not just the work in front of you today.
Be adaptable and willing to learn new tools and methods before they are forced on you.
Keep learning continuously; build your value through education, mathematics, and technical mastery.