TRIYBE were one of the six community organisations who participated in the Community Led Research Pilot (CLRP). TRIYBE are a community group in Reading who support communities and individuals to create positive change by challenging systems of oppression, racism and inequality.  

As part of the pilot, TRIYBE investigated the chemicals that go into commonly used black hair products and their impact on the health and cultural identity of the local community.   

Core research theme: Investigating the chemicals that go into Black hair products.  

Community Leader:  Claudette Maharaj, Tyler Hinkson and Sharon Titus  

Researchers: Symiah Barnett - PhD student in Chemistry, Loughborough University and Dr Tamanda Walker LAHRI Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Leeds  

During the pilot, TRIYBE developed a Black Hair Care Research Survey, where they’re collecting gathering evidence about Black hair care. 

As part of the concluded pilot, each group co-produced a series of tools and resources, including research findings, case studies, and videos: 

If you would like to know more about the Community Led Research Pilot, get in touch at [email protected]