According to research by youth-led group Rise 365, there are no emojis representing hairstyles commonly worn by Black or dual heritage individuals among nearly 4,000 emojis currently available.
Mel B noted that the proposed Afro hair emojis would include representations such as Afro, Locs, Waves, and Braids, encouraging people to search for 'Afro Hair' online to drive change.
Joyclen Brodie-Mends Buffong from Rise 365 emphasized the importance of addressing texturism today, stating that these changes in representation need to start with the youth.
The campaign for Afro hair emojis aligns with Black History Month in the UK, highlighting the urgency and cultural significance of increased representation in digital symbols.
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