Every person’s hair carries their story, culture, identity, and legacy. How we care for it in end-of-life, death, and grief support matters deeply not just for appearances, but for the dignity, respect, and emotional experience of families, communities and loved ones, especially in communities of color.

This interactive, conversational webinar designed for anyone who works with communities of color  who are transitioning, have passed, or the loved ones and communities they leave behind. Together, we will explore how hair, cosmetics, and thoughtful presentation can support families’ grief journeys, honor cultural traditions, and preserve the identity of the person who has passed.

This is not a technical class; it’s a space to reflect, share experiences, and gain insight into culturally aware practices. It also serves as a gentle introduction to future, more hands-on hair care and restorative courses.

📅 Date: Sunday, March 29th
⏰ Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Virtual Classroom
🎥 Replay: Available

Webinar Learning Objectives

1. Understand the cultural and personal significance of textured hair in communities of color, and its connection to identity, heritage, and dignity at the end of life.

2. Explore how proper care and presentation of textured hair can honor the deceased, support families’ grief journeys, and preserve meaningful cultural traditions.

3. Identify respectful, culturally-informed approaches to handling textured hair during preparation, ensuring care is both sensitive and authentic.

4. Reflect on your current practices and assumptions about hair and appearance, and learn strategies to enhance cultural awareness and empathy in grief and deathcare settings.

5. Gain insight into the role of hair care in family trust and satisfaction, and discover how these practices can inspire further learning through restorative beauty and textured hair care courses.