Would you Alter your Hair for a Job? This is one of the key questions I posed to non-Black individuals for my upcoming exhibition, BAD Hair Uprooted: The Untold History of Black Follicles.
While celebrating the beauty of natural hair, the goal of this exhibition is also to expose the impact of unequal hair rights which is why I ask these seemingly simple but quite challenging questions. Flipping the script allows people to reflect and while it may make some uncomfortable, it is in this discomfort that growth occurs.
Black people are the only people on planet earth who don't have the human right to wear their God-given tresses natural. So, Black women never had a choice but to alter their hair to comply with hair policies, just to keep a job.
The disastrous consequences of these policies are evident in the 73% hair loss rate, the class action lawsuit against relaxer companies, and even in the remarks made about Simone Biles' hair.
Clearly, the impact of not being allowed to wear hairstyles natural to your texture extends far beyond hair itself. It touches mental health and even has deep financial consequences. BAD Hair Uprooted addresses all of these critical issues.
I invite you to join the conversation by simply sharing, liking and let us know: Are you surprised by the answer? We have a series of these coming up so stay tuned!
BAD Hair Uprooted, the Untold History of Black Follicles
Oct. 10 - Restoration Plaza 7 pm
Brooklyn, NY
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BAD Hair Uprooted, the Untold History of Black Follicles opens on October 10 at Restoration Plaza in Brooklyn, NY at 7 pm. Cllick here to register for free!
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