At New Village Braid, community isnβt a marketing strategy β itβs the foundation of everything we build. From youth workshops in the Bronx to wellness summits in DC, from sustainability drives to cultural celebrations, our presence in communities across the country reflects a simple belief: that hair is deeply personal, and the people who wear it deserve better β better products, better education, and brands that show up for them.
The moments below represent just a few of the ways weβve invested in the wider village that inspires our name.
2026
Dallas Brands We Love Mixer β Celebrating A-List Brandingβs 10-Year Anniversary
Dallas, Texas β March 2026
New Village Braid proudly sponsored the A-List Branding (@a_listbranding) Dallas Brand Mixer, celebrating ten years of visionary brand building and bringing together founders, creatives, and leaders from across the Dallas business community.
At a time when minority women entrepreneurs have faced increasing barriers to opportunity, the event fostered meaningful alliances and collaboration. Guests also enjoyed a curated tasting experience from Food Network-featured Chef Kevin.
Womenβs Health Summit β Her Seasons: From Menstruation to Menopause
Washington, DC β March 2026
New Village Braid sponsored a multi-generational wellness summit dedicated to empowering women to better understand and navigate the physical, emotional, and mental transitions across every stage of life.
The summit reflects our belief that true beauty and wellness are inseparable, and that education and safer product choices play a critical role in supporting womenβs health.
2025
Center for Supportive Schools Γ DreamYard Partnership
Bronx, New York β April 2025
New Village Braid partnered with youth organizations Center for Supportive Schools and DreamYard to support creative programming focused on identity, leadership, and cultural expression.
Students explored the history and artistic traditions of braiding while creating projects that celebrate storytelling through hair and art.
Thank Heaven for Little Curls Event
New York β February 2025
Hosted by celebrity stylist Kamilah the Knotless Queen (@mrshairandhumor), this joyful gathering celebrated natural hair for the next generation.
New Village Braid gifted satin-lined bonnets and vibrant non-toxic braiding hair designed to protect and celebrate young girlsβ natural beauty.
2023
Black Heritage Celebration
Dallas, Texas β May 2023
New Village Braid joined artists, entrepreneurs, and community leaders celebrating the legacy, creativity, and cultural influence of Black heritage across fashion, beauty, and the arts.
Braid Bar Residency β Eighth + Kin
Washington, DC β June 2023 β January 2024
In partnership with Eighth + Kin and braid artist Natalie the Traveling Braider (@travelingbraider), New Village Braid launched a six-month braid bar residency focused on healthier braiding practices.
The initiative included:
β’ protective styling education
β’ live braid demonstrations
β’ conversations around scalp comfort and safer synthetic fibers
2022
Yes Girls Create β Youth Braiding & Art Workshop
New York City β December 2022
Artist and educator Karyne Tinord (@kaydetres) led a youth workshop exploring the cultural history of African braiding traditions.
Students created artwork using New Village Braid eco braiding hair while learning the symbolism embedded in braiding styles.
African Women Cancer Awareness Association Gala
College Park, Maryland β October 2022
New Village Braid partnered with the African Women Cancer Awareness Association to support their 11th annual fundraising gala focused on cancer awareness and prevention.
The event featured a creative hair showcase using New Village Braid products and was covered by Washington DC news station WUSA9.
Hair Recycling Drive
DMV Region β April 2022
As part of our sustainability commitment, New Village Braid launched a community hair recycling initiative encouraging responsible disposal of synthetic braiding hair.
Collected fibers were sent to specialized recyclers to be transformed into new materials.
Learn more about New VIllage Braid's Recycle Your Hair program:
Cultural Education Initiatives
Additional community projects include:
β’ Womenβs History Month Creative Collaboration β Washington DC (2022)
β’ Black History Month Education Program with 4th graders β Washington DC (2022)
β’ Howard University Campus Activation β Washington DC (2021)
Learn more about New Village Braid and what drives the mission: