From slavery to colonialism and school rules: a history of myths about black hair

Submitted by Keith Breckenridge on 12 November, 2020 - 18:01

Publication Type:

Miscellaneous

Authors:

Mokoena, Hlonipha

Source:

The Conversation (2016)

URL:

http://theconversation.com/from-slavery-to-colonialism-and-school-rules-a-history-of-myths-about-black-hair-64676

Abstract:

When it comes to black hair, “common sense” is the least reliable tool for decision making since even black people are constantly changing their minds about what they want to do with their hair.