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Survivor Support Days & Events

RISE hosts Survivor Support Days and events designed to foster healing, empowerment, and community. Through transformative makeovers, wellness workshops, self-care experiences, and empowerment programs, we provide survivors with the tools and support they need to rebuild confidence and reclaim their strength. Each event is a step toward healing, reminding survivors they are seen, valued, and never alone.

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Transformative
Make Overs

In 2024, The Great Hairstreak Salon hosted a dedicated day of transformative makeovers for survivors of domestic violence through The Chrysalis Project. The day was about more than a makeover, it was a powerful moment of healing, renewal, and empowerment.

The Chrysalis Project will continue in 2025, reimagined with expanded support and ongoing resources—more details to be announced soon.

Healing & Empowerment

RISE empowers survivors through yoga, art therapy, and self-defense, providing holistic ways to heal, rebuild confidence, and regain control. Yoga fosters mindfulness and inner peace, art therapy offers a creative outlet for expression and healing, and self-defense training equips survivors with practical skills to feel safe and empowered. Together, these programs support emotional and physical well-being on the path to renewal.

Advocacy, Education & Empowerment

RISE is committed to breaking the cycle of domestic violence through advocacy, training, and public speaking. We raise awareness by sharing survivor stories, educating communities, and equipping professionals with the tools to recognize and respond to abuse. Through workshops, speaking engagements, and advocacy initiatives, we empower individuals to take action, foster change, and create a world where survivors are heard, supported, and safe.

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Get Involved

To provide support to these amazing survivors, we are seeking generous donations and support from our community. Your contribution can help us in several ways:

Monetary Donations

Personal Care Items: Deodorant, Body Wash, Lotion, Razors and feminine care.

Make-up: A fresh lipstick, nail polish or pop of polish can lift spirits more than one may think.

Hair Care: Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling Products for fine and curly hair textures.

Gift Cards: Lyft, Uber, Clothing Stores, Restaurants

Your support will directly impact the lives of these resilient individuals, helping them regain their self-esteem and move forward with confidence. We believe that with your help, we can make a significant difference in their journey towards healing and empowerment.