<p>One would think that in 2017, trending hashtags would not be as heavy as the one most recently taking over timelines: #BlackWomenAtWork. ;</p>
<p>I will selfishly admit that I thought I was the only one to experience similar scenarios to the ones included in the hashtag; but hopefully, like myself, the rest of the world realizes the plight #BlackWomenAtWork experience. ;</p>
<p>The hashtag blew up after #MaxineWaters was a victim of blatant ignorance. Fox News host Bill O&#8217;Reilly made the comment: &#8220;I didn&#8217;t hear a word she said, I was looking at the James Brown wig,&#8221; after Maxine made comments about Donnie. ;</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a glimpse of what it&#8217;s like for #BlackWomenAtWork as told by Black women:</p>
<p>I am a strong black woman. I cannot be intimidated, and I&#8217;m not going anywhere. #BlackWomenAtWork @maxinewaters</p>
<p>A customer once said to me, &#8220;It&#8217;s great to have you in our country!&#8221; after I rang her up ?#BlackWomenAtWork @eastafriqueen1</p>
<p>When a coworker reaches out to touch my hair without asking, but I was told I was wrong when I removed her hands #BlackWomenatWork @ravendamaven</p>
<p>Appeared in suburban court in suit looking for my client.Judge says&#8221;Have a seat. Your lawyer will be here shortly&#8221; #BlackWomenAtWork @lawlynda</p>
<p>Being told by a white male coworker I look like bob Marley when my hair is in two strand twist ?#BlackWomenAtWork @Ariellajudah</p>
<p>Being quiet = lacks confidence. Speaks up = too emotional. Expresses confidence = angry Black woman. #BlackWomenAtWork @dee_mcgee<br />
Me: *files sexual harassment report* ;</p>
<p>HR: He says &#8216;he doesn&#8217;t find himselfattracted&#8217; to black women. So are you sure?&#8221; #BlackWomenAtWork @shnsbrn</p>
<p>Was once asked if I was sure that I was from Gary Indiana because &#8220;You&#8217;re too well spoken&#8221;. #BlackWomenWork @krbeautyinc</p>
<p>Is that your real hair?Can I touch it? Hell no! #BlackWomenWork @uknowlove23</p>
<p>For over 12 years, I aided in the production of a composers workshop. Many thought I was the assistant. Until I spoke.#BlackWomenWork ;</p>
<p>If you question a someone&#8217;s actions, your argumentative&#8230;#BlackWomenWork @MsMauda ;</p>
<p>Sometimes comments are made out of ignorance &#8212; a true lack of knowledge, however, that doesn&#8217;t excuse the fact that black women have been fighting a never ending battle. If you are #BlackWomanAtWork, continue to be unapologetic in what you do. ;</p>
<p>P.S. Your hair is beautiful as it is&#8211;whether it&#8217;s straight, in locs, or an Afro reaching for the sky! ;</p>
<p>What are some of your experiences, #Roomies?! Let&#8217;s chat :) ;</p>
<p>TSR STAFF: Chantel P.! @_popchanny on IG! ;</p>
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