code black

 The sexual objectification of black girls' hair, skin, and body may have  later academic and social implications that are often overlooked and  unexplored. We want to provide a clear  understanding of how the education system has contributed to existing  stereotypes of the black female as angry and sexual beings by the  enforcement of unfair dress and hair code policies and the implementation of inequitable discipline practices for violations of  these policies. 

A variety of voices on this issue will be explored and shared so that we can start acknowledging the problem, identifying when it happens, and working on a solution. The conversations MUST turn into action if we are to give black girls a fighting chance to live, grow, and thrive.

 Carletta S. Hurt is a passionate educator and a fierce youth advocate  with over two decades of serving young people through education and  empowerment programs. She is the founder of IN THE LOOP Program of  Success, a youth development company, which provides ongoing, engaging  programs to empower, educate and elevate young people.  She wants the spirit, love, and tenacity of black girls to be acknowledged, celebrated, protected, and respected. Black girls deserve that and more!