World Afro Day is observed worldwide every September 15 to celebrate the natural hair of people of African descent and its significance in African identity. The day was founded in 2017 by Michelle De Leon, inspired by her daughter, and aims to combat the stigma surrounding Afro-textured hair, which has historically faced discrimination. The date was chosen to mark a 2016 court ruling that upheld workplace bans on dreadlocks, highlighting a specific barrier faced by this community. Events include the Big Hair Assembly, school activities to end Afro hair discrimination, and the World Afro Day Awards, all designed to promote Afro culture and identity. The campaign has received endorsements from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. Participants are encouraged to embrace their natural hair and educate themselves about its cultural importance.