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The Rastafarian movement has been an active part of the natural hair debate, particularly in regards to the discrimination faced by people of African descent for wearing their hair naturally. The Rastafarian movement began in Jamaica during the 1930s, inspired by the teachings of Marcus Garvey, a black political leader who founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association. Garvey's message was to unite blacks with their land of origin and he prophesied, "Look to Africa wher

Lack of Visibility, credibility, self-doubt and unconscious bias. These aren’t just buzzwords, they are real, lived experiences that so many women navigate daily in the workplace. And yet, despite these roadblocks, the message is clear, we are not powerless!

"When Will Smith confronted Chris Rock at the Academy Awards, as the world discussed 'The Slap,' it sparked conversations among Black...