"Recognize that you have a right to participate... you have to believe it in yourself." The first Black woman in space, Mae Jemison broke boundaries and is living proof that not even the sky can limit your ambition if you believe in yourself enough. #BlackHistoryMonth | National Geographic TV

From Star Trek Fan To First Black Woman In Space On September 12, 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison became the first African American woman in space aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour. Inspired by Star Trek's Lieutenant Uhura, Jemison—a chemical engineer, physician, and Peace Corps officer—was selected from 2,000 NASA applicants. She logged 190 hours in space, opening communications with "Hailing frequencies open" as tribute to her childhood inspiration. This is her story. #MaeJemison, #NASA, #BlackHistory, #Sp