4 Voices Helps Women In Need With Pamper Events
Philanthropic organisation 4 Voices is making a huge difference to women facing gender-based violence, as an Australian organisation with locations through Sydney, from around the CBD through to the western suburbs, as well as in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast. The organisation helps women facing violence, homelessness and loneliness through resources such as food, clothing, emergency accommodation, help with forms, resumes, accounts, admin and other logistics, a listening ear and also some pampering, thanks in part to the hairdressing and beauty community.
For three weeks at the end of 2024, 4 Voices hosted Get Gorgeous Pamper Events in the Inner City and Western Suburbs of Sydney, through eight events made to foster connection and offer some luxury to women in need, all taking part during 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Attendees received 100 facials, 100 hand massages, 100 manicures, 100 hair cuts and 40 makeup looks. Attendees also received 200 Share the Dignity bags, 500 pieces of clothing and over 600 cups of coffee, as well as partaking in Mediation and Mindfulness circles.
“Across those 16 Days and seven events we laughed, cried, and came together as a community to share in the simple connections of conversation and pampering,” shared Olivia Youngman, National Operations Projects Coordinator for 4 Voices. “We launched two new vans, launched one new service location, connected with partners old and new, and met so many wonderful community members, service providers, and supporters along the way.”
“Our goal for the Get Gorgeous pamper days was to bring dignity and confidence to the women and girls in our community. I think we succeeded, with many heartfelt words of thanks and appreciation for our incredible volunteers and beauty service providers,” she added. “For me, it was enough to see just one woman walk away with a smile and the feeling she wasn’t alone.”
These events are one of many important steps 4 Voices is taking to fight against gender-based violence and make a difference in this important cause, offering crucial resources and conversations, while raising awareness.
“Every day in NSW there are 205 domestic violence incidents. 75,000 incidents in this
one state in one year. A national crisis the politicians say – you bet it is,” said Jo Westh, Founder of 4 Voices. “Women should be safe, free from violence, and treated with dignity
and respect, every day of the year.”
Congratulations to 4 Voices and the hair and beauty professionals who took part.
For more information visit www.4voices.org.au