Regina Lawless, Instagram's first director of diversity and inclusion, established Bossy and Blissful to support Black female executives.

The collective responds to an environment where affirmative action is under legal attack and diversity initiatives face increasing backlash.

Black women in corporate roles frequently encounter discrimination, spurring some to form support networks and others to turn to entrepreneurship.

High-profile challenges, including the resignation of Harvard's first Black president and the adversities faced by journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, exemplify the obstacles in professional settings.

There is a notable lack of Black women in senior leadership, coupled with persistent gender and racial pay disparities.

These workplace challenges may contribute to a reduction in workforce participation among Black women.

A downturn in hiring for diversity officers and a drop in venture capital for Black and Latina women's businesses signal waning support for DEI efforts.