Empowering Providers to care for Children’s Natural Hair

Presented by: Faatemah Ampey

Format: Hands-on Workshop

Duration:  3 hours

Children: ages 3-12years

Target Audience: parents and caregivers of children with court, curly or Afro.

Capacity: 10–15 participants (to allow for personalized attention)

Supplies: Each parent will be paired with their child  with textured hair, combs, brushes, conditioner, styling products, detangling tools, and printed guides.

Workshop Overview:

Caring for textured hair is not just a routine—it’s an act of love, identity affirmation, and cultural connection.

 Curl Confidence is a compassionate, no-judgment, hands-on workshop designed specifically for textured hair. Led by award-winning hairstylist and educator Faatemah, this session provides practical skills, foundational hair knowledge, and cultural context to empower parents to nurture their child’s hair with confidence and care.

Through live demonstrations, guided practice, and open dialogue, parents will learn how to wash, detangle, moisturize, and style curly and coily hair with sensitivity, intention, and pride.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

• Understand the unique needs of textured hair porosity and hair types.
• Gain hands-on practice with proper washing, sectioning, and detangling techniques
• Learn how to maintain moisture and prevent breakage
• Master a few go-to styles 
• Explore the emotional and cultural importance of hair in the Black community
• Leave with a personalized product guide and confidence-building hair care routine

Why This Workshop Matters:

Many parents want to do right by their children but feel overwhelmed or under-informed when it comes to natural hair care. Curl Confidence bridges that gap—offering a safe, respectful space to learn, ask questions, and grow.

 This workshop helps prevent the harm (intentional or unintentional) that can occur when hair is neglected, mishandled, or straightened out of convenience. It also creates a more affirming home environment where children feel seen, celebrated, and beautiful in their natural identity.

Workshop Flow:

1. Welcome + Cultural Context (30 min)

• The role of hair in identity and self-esteem
• Common myths and mistakes to avoid

2. Hair Science & Product Basics (30 min)

• Curl types and porosity explained
• Tools & ingredients that support healthy hair

3. Demo & Hands-On Practice (90 min)

• Cleansing + detangling on textured mannequins
• Moisturizing methods (LOC/LCO)
• Styling techniques: twists, puffs, & satin wrap basics

4. Q&A + Take-Home Resources (30 min)

• Open discussion
• Personalized product and routine guide
• Where to keep learning (books, YouTube, salons, etc.)

What Participants Will Receive:

• Hands-on experience with real tools and techniques
• A printed “Curl Confidence Guide” with visuals and product suggestions
• Continued access to a private online group for questions and support
• Confidence to bond with their child through empowered, loving hair care

About the Facilitator:

Faatemah is a nationally recognized beauty expert, textured hair educator, and former Bravo TV personality with a passion for transformation—inside and out. With decades of experience working with all curl types and a commitment to cultural sensitivity, she brings warmth, humor, and depth to every class she teaches.