Crown Up: Empowering African American Youth Through Hair Care

Name: Crown Up: Empowering African American Youth Through Hair Care
Start: 2026-02-28T11:00:00-05:00
Location: UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center 6401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206

Schedule

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center 6401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206 | Pittsburgh, PA

Crown Up is a FREE one-day educational and empowerment event designed for African American boys and girls ages 8–18. This interactive experience focuses on teaching youth the fundamentals of hair care while encouraging confidence, self-expression, and pride in their natural beauty.
Participants will learn hands-on skills and techniques including:
• Braiding and weaving hair
• Hair cutting and trimming
• Hair coloring basics
• Protective and everyday styles
• Understanding hair textures, styles, cuts, and details
• General hair care and maintenance
Registration is required for all participants.
Register Here: https://forms.gle/Mxcj6vCibuBtYgaj6
We look forward to celebrating learning, confidence, and culture with you at Crown Up 👑✨

Where is it happening?

UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center 6401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206, 6401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-4000, United States

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