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November 14, 2025Social SciencesOpen Access

Individuality Rooted in Difference: Hair and Identity from the Margins

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SDSaran Donahoo

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Overview

Qualitative analysis reveals narrative influences on identity development in Black women, suggesting DEI shapes personal identity through hair choices.

Key Points

  • Identity development is shaped by diversity initiatives, promoting personal expression through natural hairstyles.
  • Participants revealed distinct narratives about identity influenced by White beauty norms and workplace expectations.
  • The qualitative study includes insights from 22 college-educated Black women discussing their natural hair journeys.
  • This analysis underscores the need for DEI efforts to support diverse experiences and identities in society.

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Saran Donahoo (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69251999c0ce034ddc3539aehttps://doi.org/10.3390/socsci14110666
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