Natural hair festival in Broward showcases Black hair care

I went natural at a time when it was deeply unpopular. I was 15 and simply wanted to wear braided hairstyles because I got tired of doing my hair every morning before school.

But while we’re seeing more Black women and girls wear their hair natural and embrace their tresses, they are still experiencing discrimination based on their textured hair. In 2023, 25 percent of Black women reported being denied a job interview because of their hair.

Sen. Shevrin Jones refiled the CROWN Act legislation in Florida, which aims to end discrimination based on hairstyles and textures, and spoke about its significance. His legislation comes as Fort Lauderdale-based natural hair salon Natural Trendsetters hosts a natural hair festival to encourage and celebrate Black people who embrace and care for their natural hair.

Read more about their thoughts on protecting Black hair in the workplace and in schools, and the impact the festival could have.

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‘A sign of expression’: Festival in Broward celebrates natural hair

On Sunday, Natural Trendsetters is hosting its Coilture Freedom Festival that honors natural hair care, shows people techniques for hair care and features a natural hair show. The festival will include wellness and hair care workshops, and a rooftop market that includes Black-owned vendors and artisans, live performances and panel discussions.

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This story was originally published November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM.