Natural Hair:

A Generational Movement of Coils and Curls

Presented by Queens (Bria, Isa, Ana)

during this session…

Media

We’ll be watching a few videos you won’t forget.

Lived Experience

And…what’s a session on “hairstory” without some storytelling!

Print

We’ll also be reading some picture books that will make you smile.

We will explore the beauty, power, and versatility of natural hair from the past into the present through:

All music played during this session was intentionally selected by DJ Isa Queen and DJ Ana Queen

5 Minutes…

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What drew you to this session?-Isa

#HAIRstory #HAIRitage

norms?

Led by Ana and Isa

#HAIRstory #HAIRitage

• Speak from the “I” perspective (Share YOUR story.)
• Be conscious of air time (We only have 75 minutes!)
• Genuine questions are welcome in this space
• Share what you learn beyond this space

Relax & take notes

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Jot down things you learn, questions you have, and we’ll share afterwards.

#HAIRstory #HAIRitage

15 minutes

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The Tignon Laws

Madam C.J. Walker

The Crown Act

Hair & The Civil Rights Movement

Try answering who, what, when, where, why, and how for your topic!

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Then, we’ll share what more you’ve learned.

20 minutes

In pairs or individually,

Select one of the picture books, and explore the following questions.

• How many different styles do you notice?
• Can you identify them?
• What time period does the story take place?
• What does the presence of the hairstyle show or mean? (Think deeper.)

#HAIRstory #HAIRitage

Consider all that you’ve seen heard and watched…

10 minutes

What have you learned about HAIRstory and HAIRitage as a generational movement?

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Time to Reflect With Ana