As a result of centuries of anti-Black hair sentiments, Black women have been forced to live with constant scrutiny of their hair — leading to generations of Black women who have used chemical hair relaxers to straighten their hair.
A new study from the National Institute of Health, released in October, reported that people who used chemical straighteners more than four times a year were over twice as likely to develop uterine cancer as people who didn't use them.
In order to protect public health, Ayanna and Congresswoman Shontel Brown are calling on the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct an investigation into the safety of these products.
Ayanna knows firsthand about the ways Black women's hair is politicized. In 2020, she revealed her alopecia diagnosis and her bald crown to the world. Choosing to walk this path without a wig disrupts societal norms of what is professional or beautiful — but it also reinforces that we all deserve to show up as our most authentic selves.
In Congress, Ayanna will continue working to support Black women and advance hair justice — from advocating for the CROWN Act to calling on the FDA to investigate the health impacts of chemical hair straighteners.
If you're with Ayanna, will you support our efforts with a $3 donation now?
In solidarity,
The A-Team
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