#crownact

[itshunnib]

Love an Afro from infinity to infinity for multiple reasons- even if the way my hair grows out of my scalp makes others uncomfortable. ✨

[scenefromthesidewalk]

"SACRED CROWNS"

by Journey Allen

"People will discover the best portion of themselves through their "expression of" and "interaction with" creativity. It's not the level or skill of creation that brings about change. Rather it's the willingness to share the colors and scribbles of ones imagination, and the engagement with the creativity of another, that ultimately brings about the awe inspiring change that we each long to experience at our heart's center." —Journey Allen

Once told she "could never learn to paint well enough to become a professional artist" Journey Allen now operates a thriving art studio in New Orleans’ 7th Ward where she grew up. In 2022 Arts New Orleans invited Journey to join this collaboration with Dove and JOY Collective and create this mural celebrating the CROWN Act—a law prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture and style. 

LOCATION: 633 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130

@artistjourneyallen/   @artsneworleans/

[notreallyimportant]

[2frochicks]

☀️☀️ @thetwinningteam D a y O n e W i t h M y D a y O n e 📸 @msgeorges #2FroChicks for a feature ☀️ #nationalsistersday #TheCrownAct #Blackgirlmagic #4chair #4chairstyles#crownact #curlygirlcollective #type4naturals #4chairdaily #lovemylocs #crownday #crowncoalition #passthecrown #essencestyle #wocootd #cocacola #tiedye #afropower #allhairisgoodhair #yourhairyourway #tbb #the_blackbeauties #brownskingirls #sisterlylove #sistersister https://www.instagram.com/p/CDcfxPrpopd/?igshid=jjubdd08h2cy

[itshunnib]

Your natural hair is perfect for any day ✨ . . Love seeing more representation on all fronts. Natural hair is special enough for special events 🤌🏾💕 . . Follow @itshunnib for more✨ . .

[itshunnib]

Today is National Crown Day 👑

I made this piece back in 2021 (crazy!) and I’m glad it has continued to aid in sparking conversation around TCA and the importance of Natural Hair in the workplace. (When used ethically-plz don’t see this save it and make a post- just share organically unless making a post of multiple pieces of art etc)

My original caption:

All beautiful, all you, all professional.

Studies show that black women with natural styles such as fros,locs, braids etc are perceived as less professional than their straight haired counterparts. Still ridiculous and I hope The Crown Act passes everywhere.

One shouldn't feel the need to straighten their hair for an interview or for every single important event.

Straight hair is fun and awesome but the keyword here is "need" versus a non biased preference.

[itshunnib]

Happy National Crown Day

Just a few of my favorite pieces with natural hair, including colored natural hair ofc 💖

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Which is your fav?

[fiercemillennial]

Texas Judge's Ruling on Dreadlocks Raises Questions About CROWN Act Protections

A Texas judge's ruling on dreadlocks raises questions about the effectiveness of the CROWN Act. What are your thoughts? #CROWNAct #HairDiscrimination #BlackLivesMatter #FierceEmpowerment #FierceConfidence #FierceMillennial #TexasTeen

A recent ruling in Texas has sparked renewed conversation about the limitations of the CROWN Act (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) and its ability to protect against hair discrimination based on race. In the case, a Black teenager was suspended from school for refusing to cut his dreadlocks, which the school deemed a violation of their dress code policy. The judge ruled in…

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