Hidden Figures

This is the untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – three brilliant African-American women who made crucial contributions to NASA’s success. Behind the scenes of one of the most significant achievements in space exploration history, the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, these women were the intellectual powerhouses who made it all possible. Their work defied the social and racial barriers of the time, as they navigated the segregated and male-dominated world of 1960s America. Each of them played a pivotal role in solving complex mathematical problems, leading teams, and breaking down the obstacles that stood in the way of space exploration.

Katherine Johnson, a brilliant mathematician, calculated the trajectory that allowed Glenn’s flight to be successful. Dorothy Vaughan, a skilled mathematician and programmer, was instrumental in the early computer programming efforts at NASA, while Mary Jackson became one of the first African-American female engineers at the agency. Together, these women defied the expectations placed upon them by society and became groundbreaking figures who inspired future generations, showing that with determination and perseverance, it’s possible to achieve greatness—no matter the obstacles.

Their remarkable journey was not only about achieving professional milestones but also about shattering long-standing barriers of gender and race. Through their intelligence, resilience, and pioneering spirit, they inspired countless others to dream beyond the limits set by society, leaving a legacy that continues to influence and empower future generations of women and minorities in STEM fields.