The Big Hair Assembly 2022
FAO: All Schools & Academies - All Phases
The Big Hair Assembly is taking place at 1.30pm on Thursday 15 September 2022 and registration is now open. This free online celebration of equality and diversity forms part of a global movement to turn negative attitudes towards Afro hair into a positive force for inclusion and is a great way to inspire an inclusive school environment.
During this event, students of all ages and backgrounds will be inspired by hosts Dr Zoe Williams and Yewande Akinola MBE, plus excellent guests from various STEM disciplines: Dr Rolanda Wilkerson, Chemist; Dr Youmna Mouhamad, Engineer; Karlton Charles, Oxford Maths offer, De-Shaine Murray, Neuroengineer and Youth Presenter Paolo Ben Salmi, engineering. They are all joining together to share their passion for STEM and Afro hair equality for the next generation. The event will culminate with a musical finale.
You can sign up your school or college on the website here. You can also follow the events on Instagram and Twitter or on Facebook to be part of the change. World Afro Day is an annual day of change, education and celebration of Afro hair, culture and identity.
Primary schools are invited to host their own Little Big Hair Assembly, with a format, activities, and free resource pack provided.