Helen Smith

2 months ago | pghcitypaper.com | Jordan Snowden |Helen Smith

Helen Smith has long been devoted to working with children. From daycare centers and classrooms to community hubs throughout Pittsburgh, she dedicated years to fostering young minds. However, one issue weighed heavily on her heart: Black children grappling with the acceptance of their natural hair. Too often, she would hear them refer to their curls as "nappy," expressing frustration and embarrassment that echoed the negativity inherited from previous generations.