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This new year, I learned about what two states have done to be more inclusive. 

New Jersey became the third state to ban discrimination against (mostly black and brown) folks who have dreadlocks, braids, twists, and other natural hair. This came about after a high school wrestler was forced to cut his hair before a meet, but is a huge problem in workplaces as well.

My state, Illinois, has a new law requiring that public single stall restrooms be designated as gender neutral (instead of men's room and women's room). This includes restrooms in government buildings, restaurants, and more. Although this law is designed to be transgender-inclusive, I am thrilled because I've waited too many times for the women's room to open up while the men's room was vacant!

Here are some of the other best practices and good news I learned this week:

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