dreadlocks in the armed forces
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With New Anti-Discrimination Guidelines, New York City Becomes a Safe Haven for Black Hair
The New York City Commission on Human Rights is taking a major step in ensuring that none of the city’s residents are victims of hair bias. This week, the commission is releasing new guidelines that equate discrimination against any hairstyle within a workplace, school or public space with racial discrimination. While the new amendment to…
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U.S. Navy Ends Ban on Dreadlocks for Women
The U.S. Navy is joining other branches of the armed forces, including the Marines, the Army and the Air Force, and putting an end to its ban on dreadlocks for the women who serve our country. The Huffington Post reports that the Navy announced the lift on its ban during a live broadcast on its…