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🎉 WE MADE HISTORY IN BLYTHE! 🎉

This wasn’t just another event—it was the beginning of something bigger.

Our very first Youth Braiding Class and Juneteenth Community Celebration in Blythe was an incredible success!

We are beyond grateful to our amazing partners:
💚 Blythe Chamber of Commerce
💛 Palo Verde College Adult Education
❤️ Umoja Community

A special thank you to the California State Representative who stopped by to congratulate us on this historic milestone. That recognition reminds us that when communities come together, incredible things happen.

Watching students learn new skills, build confidence, and discover opportunities reminded us exactly why GuudSeed Initiative exists.

This is more than braiding.
It’s workforce development.
It’s entrepreneurship.
It’s culture.
It’s confidence.
It’s legacy.

Thank you to every volunteer, instructor, student, supporter, and community member who helped make this day unforgettable.

This is only the beginning.

🌱 Planting Seeds. Growing Futures.

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Strategic collaboration between GUUDSEED Initiative, Blythe Chamber of Commerce, Palo Verde College, and UMOJA. The community had the opportunity to enjoy a special tribute to our elders and special people in the City of Blythe. Large games, line dancing With Hypnotik Steppazz, a DJ playing all the summer jams, live band that was awesome, good food, and vendors, while also experiencing the fellowship that bridges cultures and communities, a core aspect of GuudSeed Initiatives mission. Additionally, the braiding class was successful in teaching students basic braiding skills and providing them with tools to start their own businesses. GuudSeed Initiative

Free Braiding Class. Registeration open.

GSI Youth Braiding Camp – Class Description

The GSI Youth Braiding Camp is a hands-on summer program designed to empower girls ages 10–15 through the art of braiding, self-expression, and entrepreneurship. More than just a hair class, this camp teaches practical skills that build confidence, creativity, patience, and self-sufficiency.

Participants will learn foundational braiding techniques, proper hair care practices, parting methods, braid patterns, and styling fundamentals in a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment. Girls will also explore personal development topics including leadership, teamwork, professionalism, goal setting, and entrepreneurship.

Throughout the program, students will practice on mannequins and live models while developing skills that can become a lifelong talent, side business, or future career pathway. The camp concludes with a Graduation and Showcase Day where participants can demonstrate their newly acquired skills and celebrate their accomplishments with family and friends.

Camp Details

* Ages: 10–15
* Schedule: Every Tuesday in July
* Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
* Cost: $99 Registration Fee
* Includes: Braiding instruction, workbook, practice materials, certificate of completion, snacks, activities, and graduation celebration

What Girls Will Learn

* Beginner Braiding Techniques
* Hair Care & Healthy Hair Practices
* Parting and Sectioning Methods
* Creativity & Self-Expression
* Confidence Building
* Teamwork & Leadership
* Entrepreneurship Basics
* Professionalism & Customer Service

Our Mission
Teaching confidence one braid at a time while equipping young girls with practical skills, leadership development, and entrepreneurial opportunities that can create lasting impact in their lives and communities.

Registration: 951-777-6344

GuudSeed Initiative is proud to announce its partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, Paloverde College, and Umoja to bring forth an unforgettable Juneteenth Celebration in the City of Blythe, promising fun for the entire family. Vendors, we invite you to join us and bring a friend.

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