Why Locs Are Discriminated Against – And Why It Needs to Stop

Locs. Dreadlocks. Sisterlocks. Microlocs. Traditional locs. Freeform locs. No matter the name or style, they’ve been a symbol of Black culture, spirituality, identity, and resilience for generations. But even in 2025, people with locs still face discrimination—at school, at work, in media, and even within our own communities.

In this video, I’m diving deep into the truth about locs discrimination—how it shows up, where it started, and most importantly, why it needs to stop. This isn’t just about hair—it’s about cultural identity, freedom of expression, and racial bias that still affects millions worldwide.

Whether you’re rocking starter locs, semi-freeform, instant locs, faux locs, crochet locs, or mature locs, this conversation is for you. If you’re tired of the stereotypes, tired of being told your hair is “unprofessional,” “dirty,” or “unacceptable,” you’re not alone. This is a safe space to unpack it all—and push for change.

If you’ve ever searched:
“Why are dreadlocks looked down on?”
“Can I get a job with locs?”
“Hair discrimination laws”
“Are dreadlocks dirty?”
“How to protect my locs at work”
—this video is for you.

Join the conversation.
Share your story.
Let’s rewrite the narrative around locs—together.

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Music: Mornings
Musician: Jeff Kaale

00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Community Appreciation
01:13 - Why Loc Discrimination
02:27 - Personal Experiences
03:43 - The Origin of Locs
06:36 - The hard Truth
06:30 - Open Discussion

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[lolaloclife]

Let me know in the comments how you’ve experienced discrimination because of your locs.

[lifewithqueentoria]

Yes
We need to start seeing the beauty in our locs and take good care of it.
Last retwist my loctician kept making good comment on mine and i should not be like her who couldn’t keep up with hers at some point.

[JUPED]

Thank you for this wonderful talk, I really do appreciate, a lot of Nigerians when you're loc'd they look at you has an irresponsible person, this video will change the perception of people in the country. Thank you so much.

[LolaClassicCraft]

I’m so glad you talk about it. The discrimination is real ❤

[PeaceAdebowale-rr]

i am glad you talked abou this. more awareness helps

[JanaeKB]

Thanks for talking about this. I am currently thinking about getting locs but I am hesitant on how future employers will look at me and how my family will react to them

Edit: I’m from US !

[lifewithqueentoria]

Yes
Im so excited too
We get to grow locs together we are few weeks apart
We are both Nigerian
Like its inspiring

Most videos i see are not in my location and the texture are different and they are years in the journey

[mikerichards]

Word salid. Endless ramble about nothing