This session presents how Nigerian middle school girls utilize narratives and comics storytelling to reflect on their lived experiences, reimagine their mathematics identity, and envision future possibilities. Through story circles, enactment of a co created comics narrative, and dialogue, participants will explore intersections of identity and agency development. The session concludes with collective brainstorming of actionable strategies to foster identity and agency development in their mathematics learning spaces advancing equity and affirming the brilliance of students, particularly Black girls globally.
