Hi there avid readers of Kathy Hodge,
This is Melinda Lombardi, a make-up artist here in New York reporting on a fabulous project that uses the power of fashion to help raise funds and awareness for sex slave trafficking that unbelievably exists here in New York City.
So I got a call from a friend asking whether or not I would offer my make-up services for a charity fashion show. Immediately I asked. What is it for?
‘“The Life Preservers Project is a response to local charities such as GEMS and RestoreNY. They desperately need funds to help service the young women they are helping escape from underground sex trafficking in New York. As our project developed, we quickly discovered human trafficking is a much greater local problem than we first realized. Many think human and sexual trafficking is an issue affecting “others” in Developing Nations, when in fact it’s happening on a larger scale in the largest cities here in the USA. Through my contacts as a legal recruiter at PeterSan Legal Staffing, we were able to begin reaching out to local businesses, Sex trafficking law firms, the New York Fashion Business Improvement District to raise funds and awareness.” (Shana Pederson, Founder and President) (http://lifepreserversproject.org/index.html)
I am a woman that believes in equality and empowerment for all. This is a charity I could not refuse to help. I love the idea behind the project. “Preserving one life.. One artist at a time!” This is exactly what happened at Nikki nightclub on the east side, June 28 2011.
The Life Preservers Project teamed up with fashion designers Jensen Martin, make-up artists, photographers, videographers, some glamorous ladies and men for a night of fun and fashion. JensenMartin™ recently launched the revolutionary new JensenMartin™ Collection of exclusive, exquisitely crafted Men’s and Women’s Outerwear, Sportswear and Accessories. These innovative, flattering and versatile creations are destined to become the new “must haves” for educated fashionistas everywhere.
Hair, Make-up, Camera’s, Catwalk, Action!
The night was a huge success. People from all over the city came, Nikki’s nightclub was buzzing with excitement and anticipation. Money and awareness were raised. The models looked fabulous and the fashion was classy and timeless. Most importantly a message was told and heard! “Freedom and choice for all!”
For more on Melinda, check out her website www.makemeupmelinda.com and see my blog of December 28, 2010.
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