The omission of hair as a protected characteristic from the law has facilitated everyday discrimination and the normalization of afro hair as inferior in every sphere of life.
De Leon said: Laws are actually there to tell people what is right and what is wrong and to protect minority groups from oppression, discrimination and injustice.
Hamilton said: As Birmingham's first Black female MP, it's vital to support efforts that push for legislative change to protect Afro hair rights, ensuring dignity for all.
The campaign will host a drop-in clinic at parliament, focusing on legislative change for the next generation, addressing how children are unfairly penalised for natural styles.
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