Getting Along: As a Woman of Color, How Can I Navigate a “Frat-Like” Subculture?

This article addresses the challenges women of color face navigating "frat-like" subcultures in male-dominated workplaces, which often foster exclusion and hinder career advancement. It emphasizes that the responsibility for cultural change lies with those in power, not with marginalized individuals, and offers practical advice including self-care, careful escalation to leadership, seeking allies to build supportive microcultures, and actively protecting one's career through documentation and networking. The article also suggests considering a change in work environment if the culture remains toxic, highlighting the importance of inclusive policies and diverse leadership. Overall, it provides strategies to help women of color survive and thrive amid exclusionary workplace dynamics.