Discrimination based on hair texture

Dove And The Crown Coalition Celebrate The State Of Delaware Becoming The Ninth State To Pass The Crown Act Banning Hair Discrimination

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Human hair, Articles, Hairstyles, Workplace, Afro-textured hair, Human behavior, Social issues, Discrimination, CROWN Act, Hairstyle, Protective hairstyle, Discrimination based on hair texture

The CROWN Act was introduced byprimary sponsor Senator Darius J.

Key Points: 
  • The CROWN Act was introduced byprimary sponsor Senator Darius J.
  • Brown (D-Wilmington)in January 2021 and isdesigned to prevent students, workers, and tenantsfrom being subjected to unequal treatment due to hair texture or protective hairstyles historically associated with race.
  • New Mexico recently passed legislation inspired by the CROWN Act that also protects against hair discrimination.
  • The CROWN Coalition members believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of success across all industries and sectors.\n'

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

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Monday, March 8, 2021
Human hair, Articles, Human behavior, Workplace, Social issues, Discrimination, CROWN Act, Discrimination based on hair texture, Julie Kushner, Connecticut House of Representatives

The passage serves as a timely reminder that this prevalent form of discrimination warrants a legislative fix, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting outlawing hair discrimination.

Key Points: 
  • The passage serves as a timely reminder that this prevalent form of discrimination warrants a legislative fix, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting outlawing hair discrimination.
  • Connecticut State Representative Robyn Porter sponsored The CROWN Act (HB6515) and led the efforts in the legislature, with State Senator Julie Kushner serving as the Senate sponsor.
  • "Dove is excited Connecticut has joined seven other states in passing The CROWN Act and appreciative of the leadership of Representative Porter, Senator Kushner, and Governor Lamont for taking action to make hair discrimination illegal."
  • The CROWN Coalition members believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of success across all industries and sectors.