The CROWN Act: National campaign aimed to end natural hair discrimination in workplace, schools

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TAMPA, FL (WFLA) – Hair discrimination is something people of color have dealt with for decades and it’s legal, but The CROWN Act is working to change that. “Should I go in there with my natural hair or sister locs, or should I go to my nice, long pretty weave that I throw on for any interview,” Shemika Howard expressed. To wear her natural hair or put on a wig? That’s the question and the reality Howard faces before any and every job interview. Read more.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dove And The CROWN Coalition Celebrate Victory As The State Of Connecticut Makes Natural Hair Discrimination Illegal