The push for emojis in Black women's styles: We need to normalise that our hair is acceptable'

In the culinary school, Reanna Bryan learned that her braided hairstyle was considered inappropriate, highlighting a broader issue of representation for afro hairstyles in professional settings.

The lack of diverse emojis, particularly those representing afro hairstyles, underscores a sad reality: Black people are often not visible or recognized in mainstream culture.

For Amina Gray, the youth mentor, the campaign is essential as it aims to normalize the acceptability of natural and protective hairstyles in all settings.

The young group at Rise.365 created designs for emojis to represent hairstyles like braids and locs, addressing the significant absence of representation in digital culture.

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