The Joys of Black Hair

The Joys of Black Hair

Nine letters. Two words. And a history like no other.   Black hair is more than just strands of keratin. The afros, locs, braids, twists, and Bantu knots are a cultural archive, a political statement, and a source of culture and pride. Black hair is time spent in community at barber shops and hair salons, and with family in grandma’s kitchen as relatives talk while getting their braids taken down.   But for centuries, Black hair has also been a …

In the digital age, emojis have become a form of universal communication, especially in social networks. Their use in commemorative days has gained relevance, allowing them to reinforce messages and transmit emotions visually and quickly. From tributes to victims to awareness campaigns, these graphic symbols can play a key role in digital interaction. The days of mourning and memory are often represented with emojis such as , or , used in annive…

Dove Joins Campaign For Black Hair Emojis

Dove has joined a campaign calling on the Unicode to approve four new emoji designs representing afros, braids, cornrows, and locs.