Event Description
Henna is a dye from the tree, Lawsonia inermis, that is used for body art and hair dye across West Asia, South Asia, West Africa, Central Africa, and North Africa. Henna (aka mehndi) designs are an art form historically and commonly used for celebrations and rituals, and they are increasingly being used by people of all cultures as a form of self-expression. Join KAMA DC in learning how to make henna for body art and applying it from local henna artist, Amad Mahbub. No experience required and we welcome people of all ages!
About the Instructor
Amad, who is of Bangledeshi origin, quickly picked up henna to connect with her ancestors and the cultural traditions that shaped her life. Since then, she has done henna at 100+ events throughout the DMV area. Her mission is to share the sacred, healing powers of henna with her community through traditional, ritual, and cultural education.
Her dream is to one day be a full-time henna artist who travels and heals the world through the sacred practice of henna.
KAMA DC
KAMA DC is a volunteer-run non-profit that provides a platform for immigrants and refugees living in the DMV area to share their stories and skills. Since 2016, KAMA aims to put on high quality storytelling events and classes led by immigrants and refugees, and also manages the D.C. Immigration Film Festival.
If price is a barrier, please email info@kamadc.org.
Note: We encourage you to arrive early so you can enjoy food at Immigrant Food prior to getting hands-on with henna, though food and drinks will be available and enjoyed throughout the class.
