Ep. 74: Why do you Hate My Hair? Unraveling Another Thread of Racial Discrimination in Education

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Dive into a crucial conversation on the Disrupt & Innovate Podcast with Dr. Almitra Berry, addressing hair discrimination in K-12 education and the profound impact of the Crown Act.

 Dive into a crucial conversation on the Disrupt & Innovate Podcast with Dr. Almitra Berry, addressing hair discrimination in K-12 education and the profound impact of the Crown Act.

 Keynotes:

• Understanding the Crown Act and its pivotal role in fostering a respectful educational environment.
• Legislation and policies perpetuating discrimination against Black hair in American schools.
• Real-world implications: Darrell George's suspension and expulsion for violating a school's hair-related dress code.
• Legal actions: Parents suing Barbers Hill ISD for racial discrimination in grooming policies.
• Dr. Almitra Berry's advocacy for action against hair discrimination in schools and the urgent need for a national Crown Act.

 From discriminatory policies affecting Black hair to the unjust suspension of a high school student, this discussion sheds light on the urgent need for change. Let's stand together for equality and a future where every student's natural beauty is celebrated! Stand against hair discrimination—advocate for change now 

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