As a journalist, I aim to create and voice stories that matter and can inspire others. I decided that I would like to key in on The CROWN Act for my GIF project in Design in Journalism. The CROWN Act is a law that prohibits the discrimination of natural hair in places of learning and work. It has been passed in 4 states and is in the process of spreading it’s reach. I decided to take pictures of my friend and I, as it was a issue personal to us and it seemed only fitting that we bring it to life. It tells a story of a girl who is at first unsatisfied with her hair, yet after a little help she realizes just how beautiful it actually is. I wrote The CROWN Act on a bow that would be put into her natural hair along with the names of those affected by the injustices that The CROWN Act make sure to diminish. I also made sure to feature the name of the Oscar winning animated short, Hair Love as it protests for The CROWN Act as well. I made sure to get a multitude of angles in order for the bow to be seen on all sides. I could not be happier with how this GIF turned out and I hope it inspires other young African American girls like it inspired me.
Jordan's Journey 