I am not my hair…

Doneisha Posey In a society where the intersectionality of race, gender, and law continually shapes the lived experiences of Black women, the upcoming event at the US District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, presented by the Marion County Bar Association, is an opportunity for us to support Black women. This event, set for March 8, 2024, will feature Jantina Anderson delivering a compelling talk titled “Happy 5th Birthday: Hair Discrimination Has No Age Limits,” addressing the pervasive issue of hair discrimination and its legal and historical implications for Black women. This event is free and open to the public. Date: March 8, 2024 Time: 2:00 p.m -4:00 p.m. Location: Federal Courthouse, 46 E Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Courtroom 344 https://mcbaindy.org/meetinginfo.php?id=73&ts=1707237930 The issue of hair discrimination is not just a matter of personal beauty but is deeply embedded within the broader context of racial equity and legal justice. Historically, Black women have navigated a complex landscape where their natural hair has been a site of contestation and discrimination, impacting their professional, educational, and social lives. This discrimination is not just anecdotal but is supported by compelling data, such as that reported by Dove USA, which reveals that Black...