{"id":6663,"date":"2026-05-20T11:40:26","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T10:40:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/manchester\/?p=6663"},"modified":"2026-05-20T11:40:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T10:40:26","slug":"wellbeing-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sigbi.org\/manchester\/2026\/05\/20\/wellbeing-event\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellbeing Event"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\"><b>Empowerment Through Care: Highlights from the Hair &amp; Wellbeing Event<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">On Monday 18th May, Soroptimist International Manchester partnered with Naomi Brooks of Ascend Co Studio to host a truly uplifting\u00a0Hair &amp; Wellbeing Event\u00a0for women supported by the domestic abuse charities that we work alongside. What unfolded was a day filled with warmth, confidence\u2011building, and genuine care, a reminder of the power of small acts delivered with great kindness.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">Twelve women attended\u00a0across the day, each welcomed into the salon for a\u00a090\u2011minute pampering session,\u00a0some stayed much longer. Every guest received a professional cut and style, refreshments, and a beautifully curated goody bag to take home. These bags were filled with makeup, skincare, hair products, chocolate, scented candles, and other treats, all presented in a Soroptimist International Manchester tote bag. For some of the women, this was their first visit to a salon in many years, making the experience especially meaningful and, at times, emotional.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">The event was made possible through the generosity and enthusiasm of many people. We are deeply grateful to\u00a0Naomi Brooks and her team at Ascend Co Studio, whose skill, warmth, and generosity created a safe and welcoming space for every guest. Their commitment to giving back to the community was evident throughout the day, and we are delighted that this may not be a one\u2011off collaboration.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">A special acknowledgement must go to\u00a0Liz, whose organisation, persistence, and calm handling of bookings, cancellations, and last\u2011minute changes ensured the day ran\u00a0smoothly. Her presence at the event helped every woman feel welcomed, valued, and cared for. Although she insists it was a joint effort, her leadership was central to the event\u2019s success.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">The feedback from the women who attended has been deeply moving. For some, this was the first time in many years they had been able to sit in a salon chair and be looked after. For others, it was a rare moment of peace, confidence, and self\u2011care. The smiles, the conversations, and the visible lift in spirits made clear just how worthwhile the day was.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">This event reflects the heart of Soroptimism:\u00a0supporting women, strengthening confidence, and building community through kindness and practical action. We are proud of what was achieved and grateful to everyone who contributed.<\/div>\n<div class=\"yiv7287573127elementToProof\">And with Naomi already exploring the possibility of future sessions\u2026\u00a0watch this space.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: right\"><em><strong>President Sophie Kennedy<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Empowerment Through Care: Highlights from the Hair &amp; Wellbeing Event On Monday 18th May, Soroptimist&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":272,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6663","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-club-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Wellbeing Event | News | Blog | Events | SI Manchester<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"SI Manchester : Blog &amp; News : Wellbeing Event : Keep up to date with the latest news, articles and events from the Soroptimists of SI Manchester . 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