Representation is another way brands exert their power. In fact, some forms of representation actually cause harm. Here are three common ways brands cause harm with representation, so you can work to ensure your brand doesn’t repeat these mistakes. Black women are often over sexualized in imagery, and Black people are often associated with animals in racist tropes. I sent it to several other Black women, and they all had the same positive reaction.

Source: Forbes October 30, 2021 21:55 UTC