BEDFORD-STUYVESANT — A Brooklyn nonprofit is treating survivors of domestic violence to a day of free pampering as part of an expo celebrating women.
Jericho Road Inc. hosts its second annual “A Gift from Him to Her” this weekend, during which 20 women will be honored and given free makeovers and massages.
The event at Bedford-Stuyvesant’s Restoration Plaza expands this year with survivor testimonials, performances and domestic violence resources.
“We really want to bring empowerment and healing to those women who don’t have a forum to speak about their problems,” said Antonio Bascom, whose mother founded Jericho Road in 2000.
The group serves as a referral service for survivors and works throughout the borough to host educational seminars.
The May 2 expo is meant to showcase men taking a stand against domestic violence and giving back to women in time for Mother’s Day, said organizer Carl Joseph.
Jericho Road will treat women from the Urban Resource Institute and Bedco Manor.
The event is open to the public and attendees can walk in for manicures, make-up sessions, facials and more at an additional cost.
Food and beauty vendors will also be on site, including representatives from Avon, Skin Ethiks and Dyva D’Lights.
“A Gift from Him to Her” takes place on May 2 from 12-6 p.m. at the Restoration Plaza amphitheater, 1368 Fulton St.
