07/15/2026
To our amazing community,
After much thought and reflection, I’ve made the decision to pause Mississippi Natural Hair Expo this year.
This time will allow me to be intentional about what’s next and continue creating meaningful experiences for our community. While this wasn’t an easy decision, I know it’s the right decision for this season.
I’m deeply grateful to every sponsor, vendor, presenter, volunteer, attendee, and supporter who has been part of this journey. To everyone who believed in this vision from the beginning, thank you for taking this journey with us.
Together, we’ve built something truly special in Mississippi—one that has grown far beyond state lines and reached supporters across the country and around the world.
Through this journey, we’ve shown that Black people in Mississippi matter—and have always mattered. Our presence, culture, and experiences deserve to be valued, and that truth will continue to guide what I create moving forward.
As we prepare for what’s next, we invite you to stay connected with us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Threads. You can also join our mailing list to receive updates and continue following our journey.
In the meantime, we will continue to share updates, stories, and community highlights across our platforms as we move forward.
This is a pause—not goodbye.
Thank you for your continued support. I look forward to sharing what’s ahead when the time is right.
With love and gratitude,
Jennifer McDonald
Founder, Mississippi Natural Hair Expo
