Events

Black Hair Authors Tour

Cancelled Event
  • Date: Sat 18/10/2025
  • Time: 14:00 - 16:30
  • Venue: Wood Green Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Booking: not required
  • Sponsor: *Zainab Kwaw-Swanzy - 'A Quick Ting On The Black Girl Afro' chronicles the ways in which the styling of Black Women's hair has influenced popular culture and intersected with Black expression. It explores the ways in which Black women's natural hair is often politicised and judged. *Kandace Chimbri is an author, speaker and educator. She primarily writes Black history books for children and young readers. Her book, 'The Story of Afro Hair, 5,000 Years of History' is filled with profiles of inspirational key figures in the Afro hair beauty industry. *Ovi King – a hair care domain expert with a disruptive vision for the future of hair care using technology. He specialises in curly and afro textured hair care and is author of the recent best seller 'Hair Identification: Modern Insights for Afro and Curly Hair' which combines unknown discoveries and insights discovered though many years of international research.
There are available tickets30
Young People
Health & Wellness
Author Talks & Book Launches
Adults
Description:
If you are involved in or interested in hair, beauty or cosmetics this event is for you! During this unique event you will be emersed in all things afro and curly hair!Join 3 of the UKs premier afro hair authors for an electric session of sharing, caring and learning. This event aims to celebrate our diverse and beautiful hair!If you are culturally curious or looking for answers to burning hair care questions, join us for this special event where you can network with afro hair and beauty insiders.Come and meet some of your favourite black hair authors, hear them speak about their work, and get your books signed. What to expect:• Discussion on hair related topics• Insights & story sharing• Showcase diverse talent• Networking
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