A city in Kansas may become the first city in Kansas to protect its Black residents from hair discrimination.
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Florida Photographer Launches Fund To Finance Black Hair Short Film
A Florida photographer is celebrating the history of Black hair in print magazines and commercials through a new short film. Titled, “Heavy is the Head,” the short film is the creative work of Lakeland, Florida, photographer Juniper Johnson. In an interview with Patch, Johnson said the short film aims to pay homage to both Jet… Continue reading Florida Photographer Launches Fund To Finance Black Hair Short Film
Jack Harlow Reignites Social Media Bonnet Debate
Rapper Jack Harlow is in hot water for his headwear choices. He attended the Louisville City FC soccer game sporting a Black bonnet.
A White “Etiquette” TikToker Condemns Black Hairstyles
Society polices Black hair and styles despite legislation enacted by The Crown Act. Black people endure hair discrimination and biases. Recently, a white TikToker received backlash for describing certain Black hairstyles as “not elegant.” The “Elegance and Etiquette coach” deemed Black hair unprofessional and unkempt. Why is This a Problem? The TikToker curates content and… Continue reading A White “Etiquette” TikToker Condemns Black Hairstyles
Although The CROWN Act Is A Good Thing, There’s More
The CROWN Act Is Gaining Traction, But There’s Work To Do Hair is always a topic of discussion in the Black community, and with the age of the internet, there is more buzz about it, and this is why The Crown Act is so important. On March 18th, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the CROWN… Continue reading Although The CROWN Act Is A Good Thing, There’s More