Chelsea Johnson
Chelsea Johnson is a PhD candidate in sociology, specializing in race, gender and embodiment. Her dissertation research examines how women of African descent negotiate a politicized trend of wearing kinky-curly hair with demands by employers, romantic partners and family members. She has interviewed women with natural hair in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Paris, Amsterdam, Johannesburg and Cape Town for her work. Chelsea loves having conversations about feminism, social justice and black culture inside and outside of the academy.
The History of Headwraps: Then, There, and Now
The accessory has a rich history across the African diaspora and is a great option for a protective style.
What Your Hair Really Says About You, According to Scholars of the Body
It's not "just hair." How we style our hair says much about who we are, our historical context and what we value.
What Your Hair Really Says About You, According to Scholars of the Body
It's not "just hair." How we style our hair says much about who we are, our historical context and what we value.
How "Beauty Myths" are Holding Women Back Today
The media's beauty myths strategically undermine women's self esteem. Fortunately, social media is here to help save the day.
What It's Like Having Natural Hair in South Africa #CurlsAroundtheWorld
To understand what natural hair means in South Africa, you must first unpack the country’s unique racial history.
