Joining Efforts
The Natural Hair Movement is an open movement. The main participants are Black women; however, this does not mean that only Black women can be a part of the movement. Participants are not the only members of the movement; supporters and advocates are important too. Anybody can be a supporter of Black women embracing themselves and their hair. This is very important to remember if--if you are a white or non-Black person of color—find yourself asking why you aren't included in this movement. Black women have a very misunderstood role in mainstream society and have been subjected to violence, exploitation, and hyperinvisibility for centuries now. Because of this, a movement or space in which Black women feel comfortable to love and express themselves and uplift other Black women should and must be respected.