Black Women Talk Work

Ep 5: A Conversation on Our Hair in the Workplace


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On today's episode, I'm talking about hair. Our hair. Black women and the role that our hair often plays in our careers, whether we like it or not. As a woman who frequently changes her hairstyle and who has been natural for almost 3 years now, I have had my share of uncomfortable comments about my hair throughout my career

In light of recent New York legislation banning hair discrimination from New York employers, today I share some of the lessons I've learned on navigating these encounters in the most effective way.

Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and Stitcher. Show Notes

New York Times Article:

New York City to Ban Discrimination Based on Hair

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