A movement by beauty professionals, for beauty professionals — building safer communities through compassion, awareness, and action.

Care in the Chair™ is a first-of-its-kind program that trains beauty professionals to recognize the signs of domestic violence and human trafficking and connect clients with resources safely and compassionately.
We provide hands-on training, printable resources, and ongoing support so that salons, barbershops, and spas can serve as trusted community hubs for healing and awareness.
Learn to identify subtle indicators of domestic violence and trafficking while maintaining professional boundaries and client trust.
Master techniques for offering support without putting yourself or your client at risk, using proven safety protocols.
Connect clients with local and national resources through confidential methods that respect their privacy and autonomy.
This initiative is proudly powered by leading organizations committed to community safety and professional development:
Leading municipal support for gender equity and safety initiatives across Boston communities.
Public health expertise and resource coordination for community wellness and safety programs.
Clinical and mental health leadership providing evidence-based training methodologies and trauma-informed approaches.
Tech-enabled training and outreach platform connecting beauty professionals with essential resources and continuing education.
Executive produced by Burna Boy and Mrs. Bose Ogulu and directed by Asurf Oluseyi—to mobilize service-provider training on domestic violence and sex trafficking across beauty and community settings, alongside global film screenings.
London-based platform connecting clients with trusted braiders and natural hair stylists across the UK and New York. Founded in 2019 with a mission to make textured hair care specialists easy to find, Mane Hook-Up champions Black women and the textured hair community in the beauty industry.
Join us at an upcoming event near you — in person or online.
March 8, 2026
International Beauty Show NYC
March 16th
Recognise • Respond • Refer
October| TBD
TBD
Comprehensive hands-on certification program with take-home resources and ongoing support network access.
Official recognition of your training that demonstrates your commitment to client safety and community wellness.
Comprehensive workbook with guidelines, contact information, and step-by-step protocols for various situations.
Discreet stickers and magnets for salon stations that provide clients with instant access to help resources.
We're expanding this movement to beauty communities nationwide! Partner with us to create safer spaces in your community.
Fill out our partnership form to express interest in bringing the program to your area.
Access our complete curriculum, trainer guides, and implementation resources.
Connect with community organizations, law enforcement, and social services in your region.
Begin training beauty professionals with ongoing support from our founding team.
Complete curriculum with facilitator guides, participant workbooks, and digital resources prepared for immediate implementation.
Expert support for building relationships with local organizations, mapping resources, and establishing referral networks.
Direct access to our founding partners and experienced city coordinators for program development and troubleshooting.
Join the movement that's transforming beauty spaces into beacons of hope and healing. Together, we can create communities where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered.
Care in the Chair™ - Where beauty meets compassion, and every conversation can save a life.
Care in the Chair™: Turning Every Beauty Space Into a Safe Space