Learn authentic African Hair Braiding with UQ African Students Association.
Braids have been impressionable throughout history. The origin of braids can be traced back 5000 years in African culture to 3500 BC—they were very popular among women. In many African tribes, braided hairstyles were a unique way to identify each tribe. Braid patterns and hairstyles were an indication of a person's tribe, age, marital status, wealth, power, and religion. Braiding was and is a social art. Because of the amount of time it can take, people often would take the time to socialise. Almost all women, children, and most men in some way had their hair braided. Rocking braids over the summer is common for tight curls but wearing them in the winter is essential. This is because cold weather can be damaging to our hair. The damp, cold season can leave our hair dry and brittle, which most times results in breakage. We hope this workshop will help others appreciate and learn more about braids and why they are essential in our culture.
Location
Workshop will be held in the Great Court, St Lucia campus
Registration
Due to safety reasons and in line with current guidelines, registration is essential for these workshops.
Select 1 of the following sessions (all sessions have a maximum capacity of 15 people):
- 10.30am
- 11.30am
- 12.30pm
About World Indigenous Peoples Day 2020
World Indigenous Peoples Day (9 August) was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1994, to be celebrated every year during the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People (1995 – 2004).
Join the UQ community in celebrating both the traditional and modern experiences of Indigenous cultures from around the world.
On this day, people from around the world are encouraged to spread the UN’s message on the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples.
UQLife is partnering with Student Associations, UQ South Pacific Islander Association and UQ African Students Association, along with community partners to bring you a program of performances, workshops and delicacies throughout the day.
Registrations are essential for all workshops and places are strictly limited.
Check out the full program
Great Court, St Lucia campus
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9.55am | Official Opening and Welcome |
| 10am |
Marvi Sunga |
| 10.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 11am |
African Drumming Workshop |
| 11.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 12pm |
Cutlural Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Jazz and Afro Beat Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 1pm |
Performance |
| 5.30-7.30pm |
BOY Registrations essential |
Online program
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4pm |
Mu'ooz Cooking Class |
Live on Facebook |
| 6pm |
Hula Active Cultural Dance Class Registrations essential |
Online Class via Zoom |
COVID Safe Events
All events and spaces are operating in line with current guidelines. We ask that you please practice social distancing at all times.
You may attend an event or activity at a UQ location providing:
- Have not been in close contact with an active COVID-19 case and are required to quarantine
- You are feeling well and have not had a fever, cough, sore throat, headache, distorted sense of taste, shortness of breath, chills, vomiting or any cold/flu like symptoms within the last 24 hours.