Today's Date: March 29, 2024
Navigating Birth Control: Expert Advice from Dr. Bana Kashani, OB-GYN   •   AMIGOS FOR KIDS LAUNCHES "THE MISSING REVIEW"   •   Re:wild and Colossal Biosciences team up to leverage revolutionary technology to save critically endangered species on the brink   •   Naropa University Launches Pioneering Psychedelic Minor     •   Midea Group releases its first-ever ESG brand story with an unexpected VIP visit highlighting its commitment to sustainability.   •   101 Mobility® Eden Prairie: Leading the Way in Mobility and Accessibility Solutions   •   Charity Navigator Launches Women's Advocacy List for Women's History Month   •   National University Receives 2024 Military Friendly® Gold Designation   •   Committee for Children Now Offers a PreK-12 Full-Suite Solution with the Highly Anticipated Launch of Second Step® High Scho   •   Walmart Connect Announced as Presenting Sponsor of the 2024 WIN Summit   •   Syngenta Group reports $32.2 billion sales and $4.6 billion EBITDA in 2023   •   Navigating Spring Break Sexual Health: Advice from Dr. Deb Laino Sex and Relationship Therapist and Powerful Life Coach   •   Fosun Management on 2023 Annual Results: Focusing on Core Industries with Established Advantages   •   Coachella Concerned That People Have Sex, Says AHF   •   World Class Dyslexia, Literacy, and Neuroscience Experts Gather with Educators for Two-Day Professional Learning Event   •   Anaergia Announces Delay in the Filing of Its Audited Financial Statements and Related Disclosures   •   Anaergia Announces Escrow Closing of Second Tranche of the Strategic Investment   •   e.l.f. Cosmetics Debuts TikTok Shop Super Brand Day   •   Chosgo K23: One of the Best Bluetooth Hearing Aids for Seniors   •   Unique online yoga platform offers lifeline for menopausal women
Bookmark and Share

Dove And The CROWN Coalition Celebrate Victory As The State Of Connecticut Makes Natural Hair Discrimination Illegal

Dove And The CROWN Coalition Celebrate Victory As The State Of Connecticut Makes Natural Hair Discrimination Illegal

Connecticut Now Joins California, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Colorado, Washington and Maryland As States Prohibiting Natural Hair Discrimination in the Workplace and Schools

Connecticut Legislation Signed Into Law by Governor Ned Lamont on March 4, 2021

#PASSTHECROWN

PR Newswire

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The CROWN Coalition is excited and proud to announce Connecticut is the first state in 2021 and eighth state to pass and enact The CROWN Act.  The passage serves as a timely reminder that this prevalent form of discrimination warrants a legislative fix, and we reaffirm our commitment to supporting outlawing hair discrimination.  The CROWN Act – which stands for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, is critically important legislation that extends statutory protection to traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and/or protective styles in the workplace and schools.  The Crown Coalition is the official national supporter of The CROWN Act movement; an alliance cofounded by Dove, National Urban League, Western Center on Law & Poverty and Color Of Change, with support from now over 80 organizations.

Connecticut State Representative Robyn Porter sponsored The CROWN Act (HB6515) and led the efforts in the legislature, with State Senator Julie Kushner serving as the Senate sponsor.  On February 24, 2021, the bill passed in the Connecticut House of Representatives with a vote of 139-9.  The bill passed in the Connecticut Senate on March 1, 2021, with a vote of 33-0.  Governor Ned Lamont signed the bill into law on Thursday, March 4, 2021.

"I'm so proud of the important and impactful work we're doing with The CROWN Act," said Esi Eggleston Bracey, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of North America Beauty and Personal Care at Unilever. "Dove is excited Connecticut has joined seven other states in passing The CROWN Act – and appreciative of the leadership of Representative Porter, Senator Kushner, and Governor Lamont for taking action to make hair discrimination illegal." 

"Advancing racial equity is not only my personal mission, but it's my commitment as a lawmaker. I am beyond proud to have sponsored and ushered the CROWN Act across the finish line—making Connecticut the first state to pass it this year. Partnering with Adjoa B. Asamoah, who was born and raised in my district, and is the legislative strategist for the CROWN Coalition, makes this win for the people of Connecticut even more special. Ensuring people can show up authentically and unapologetically, and be protected legally in workplaces, schools, unions, and all public accommodations is critically important." --State Representative Robyn Porter

"As a lifelong activist turned strategist, the Connecticut State Capitol is where I first participated in a hearing and testified, while I was a student at Hopkins School in New Haven. Having developed the legislative strategy for the CROWN Act movement, returning to Hartford and working with my hometown member, State Rep. Robyn Porter, in support of the passage of the CROWN Act brings it all full circle."-- Adjoa B. Asamoah

The CROWN Act movement was founded to create real change and aid in the efforts to ensure that Black women, men, and children, and other impacted groups, feel confident in expressing themselves.  Supporters are invited to visit TheCROWNAct.com to learn more about how to end hair discrimination, and how to get involved in bringing anti-hair discrimination legislation to their state.  Join the movement that's creating real change and aiding in the efforts to ensure Black women, men, and children feel confident in expressing themselves.  Sign the petition at www.TheCROWNAct.com to help us end discrimination and learn how you can get involved in bringing anti-hair discrimination legislation to your state.    

About The CROWN Coalition

The CROWN Coalition is the official national supporter of the CROWN Act movement; an alliance founded by Dove, National Urban League, Western Center on Law & Poverty and Color Of Change, along with 80+ CROWN Act supporting organizations.  For a full list of CROWN Coalition members, visit www.thecrownact.com

The CROWN Coalition is proud to have sponsored and/or supported anti-hair discrimination legislation in California, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, Colorado, Washington, Maryland and Connecticut. The bills address unfair grooming policies that have a disparate impact on Black women, men and children and has drawn attention to cultural and racial discrimination taking place within workplaces and public charter schools. The CROWN Coalition members believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of success across all industries and sectors. 

www.thecrownact.com 

CONTACT:

Marcy Polanco

marcy@joycollective.com 

202.885.5527         

Shemika Harmitt

Shemika@joycollective.com 

202.885.5527

 

Cision View original content to download multimedia:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dove-and-the-crown-coalition-celebrate-victory-as-the-state-of-connecticut-makes-natural-hair-discrimination-illegal-301242688.html

SOURCE The CROWN Coalition



Back to top
| Back to home page
Video

White House Live Stream
LIVE VIDEO EVERY SATURDAY
alsharpton Rev. Al Sharpton
9 to 11 am EST
jjackson Rev. Jesse Jackson
10 to noon CST


Video

LIVE BROADCASTS
Sounds Make the News ®
WAOK-Urban
Atlanta - WAOK-Urban
KPFA-Progressive
Berkley / San Francisco - KPFA-Progressive
WVON-Urban
Chicago - WVON-Urban
KJLH - Urban
Los Angeles - KJLH - Urban
WKDM-Mandarin Chinese
New York - WKDM-Mandarin Chinese
WADO-Spanish
New York - WADO-Spanish
WBAI - Progressive
New York - WBAI - Progressive
WOL-Urban
Washington - WOL-Urban

Listen to United Natiosns News