Mel Jay
We Are Coming
For Her Foundations Program
A fully funded 6-week employment readiness pathway for women ready to rebuild confidence, structure, and opportunity.
What is this program?
For Her Foundations is a structured 6-week program designed to support women who are ready to build routine, confidence, and practical workplace skills within a supportive salon environment.
This programme combines:
• Employment readiness
• Customer service training
• Personal development
• Confidence building
• Communication skills
• Personal standards and routine building
• Introductory lash and beauty skill development
• Mentorship and pathway planning
The goal is simple:
To bridge the gap between survival and sustainable employment.
Who is this for?
For Her Foundations is open to women & rangatahi who:
• Are 16+
• Are unemployed or underemployed
• Are ready to commit to growth and structure
• Can attend twice weekly for 6 weeks
We especially welcome women who are rebuilding after:
• Domestic violence
• Addiction recovery
• Incarceration
• Generational poverty
• Systemic employment barriers
You do not need to be perfect.
You just need to be willing.
For Her Foundations is not only for women who want to pursue beauty long term.
The salon environment is simply the setting — a structured, supportive space to rebuild confidence, routine, and workplace readiness.
Whether participants move into beauty, retail, study, or another industry entirely, the goal is the same: to regain momentum in an environment that understands the nuances of rebuilding and healing.
Program details
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: 2 Days Per Week (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Time: 10:30am – 2pm
Location: For Her Salon, Spreydon. Christchurch
Cohort Size: 4–6 participants
This programme is fully funded through community support.
What you'll gain
By the end of the programme, participants will:
• Understand professional workplace standards
• Build confidence in customer communication
• Personally develop your identity beyond your past
• Develop structured daily habits & routines
• Gain introductory lash and beauty skills including a basic kit
• Create a CV and employment pathway plan
• Receive guidance around employment options and next steps
• Receive a certificate of completion and an employment/character reference for your CV
Commitment & Expectations
For Her Foundations is a structured programme.
Participants are expected to:
• Attend at least 80% of sessions
• Arrive on time and stay for the whole session
• Follow dress and professionalism standards
• Respect confidentiality
• Be open to feedback and growth
• This is a re-integration salon so must not be under the influence of any substances when at the program
This is a supportive but accountable environment.
Why?
For Her exists because too many women are left rebuilding alone.
Leaving violence, addiction, or hardship is one step.
Rebuilding identity, income, and opportunity is another.
This programme was created to offer a bridge.
A space that is safe, structured, and focused on forward movement without dismissing what you've experienced and acknowledging the hardships that can come across your path while you navigate your journey we are here to support and empower you even through the hard moments.
Application process
Spots are limited to maintain a safe and supportive environment. If this feels aligned, we encourage you to apply.
How to apply:
Step 1: Complete the application form
Step 2: Short phone interview
Step 3: Confirmation of acceptance
Applications close: Wednesday 15th April @ 3pm
Next cohort begins: 21st April