House passes CROWN Act Banning Discrimination Against Black Hairstyles
Crown stands for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair. The Crown Act prohibits “discrimination based on an individual's texture or style of hair.”
The Other N-Word: Professional Hairstylists Discuss The Use Of The Word 'Nappy'
Our complicated relationship with the word mirrors the complicated relationship that the Black community has with natural hair.
Hair Discrimination Is Now Illegal In The State Of Virginia
Virginia is the fourth state to ban natural hair discrimination, joining California, New York and New Jersey.
Texas Teen Receives Ultimatum: Cut Locs Or Forgo Graduation Ceremony
Deandre Arnold has been growing his locs since the seventh grade. His high school now says he's in violation of the district's dress code.
Cory Booker Officially Joins The Fight Against Black Hair Discrimination
The Democratic presidential candidate is pushing to have the CROWN Act taken to the federal level.
Black Women Against The World: They Can't Take Our CROWNS
With the passage of the CROWN Act and the introduction of similar bills nationwide, we are finally on our way to having the freedom to rock our curls, kinks, and coils.
An Aveda Salon Charged A Black Woman Extra For Having Textured Hair, We Need Answers
"I want to put pressure on black and brown folks, but also our allies to start speaking up."
Hair Discrimination Is Now Illegal In The State Of New York
The new law aims to protect individuals wearing natural styles such as locs, braids, twists, and Afros.
New York City Releases New Guidelines Putting An End To Discrimination Based On Hair
New Yorkers will be able to seek legal recourse if they have been discriminated against because of how they choose to maintain their hair.