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June 3, 2020
“Your natural hair is professional.”
In 2017, as I embarked on my professional career and sought comfort in my natural hair journey, I realized the need for a supportive space for other professionals with natural hair. At that time, such a space seemed non-existent, prompting me to create one. This marked the beginning of my journey to embrace the natural texture of my hair in all professional settings.
Throughout this journey, I reached a point where I refused to conform to society’s “standard of beauty” to make others comfortable. My goal was to help create a lane of beauty that was “uncommon” in professional environments. I aimed to shape the narrative around natural hair in the workplace and address uncomfortable situations, clarifying what behaviors are acceptable and not acceptable in the office.
Fueled by this passion, I sought to bring awareness and change to how natural hair is perceived and treated in professional settings. By fostering open conversations and advocating for respectful behavior, I hope to pave the way for others to confidently embrace their natural hair at work.
Set Clear Boundaries:
Educate Your Colleagues:
Find or Create Support Networks:
Document Incidents:
Practice Self-Care:
Seek Allyship:
Stay Informed About Policies:
By implementing these tips, you can navigate unwanted attention to your natural hair at work with greater confidence and help foster a more inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
“Your natural hair is professional.”
In 2017, as I embarked on my professional career and sought comfort in my natural hair journey, I realized the need for a supportive space for other professionals with natural hair. At that time, such a space seemed non-existent, prompting me to create one. This marked the beginning of my journey to embrace the natural texture of my hair in all professional settings.
Throughout this journey, I reached a point where I refused to conform to society’s “standard of beauty” to make others comfortable. My goal was to help create a lane of beauty that was “uncommon” in professional environments. I aimed to shape the narrative around natural hair in the workplace and address uncomfortable situations, clarifying what behaviors are acceptable and not acceptable in the office.
Fueled by this passion, I sought to bring awareness and change to how natural hair is perceived and treated in professional settings. By fostering open conversations and advocating for respectful behavior, I hope to pave the way for others to confidently embrace their natural hair at work.
Set Clear Boundaries:
Educate Your Colleagues:
Find or Create Support Networks:
Document Incidents:
Practice Self-Care:
Seek Allyship:
Stay Informed About Policies:
By implementing these tips, you can navigate unwanted attention to your natural hair at work with greater confidence and help foster a more inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
Meet the founder behind Corporate Curly – a brand crafted with love to uplift the modern working woman through natural hair care, workwear inspiration, and career guidance. This journey isn't just about business; it's about pouring my heart into empowering women like you to embrace their authenticity and thrive in every aspect of their professional lives.
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