Beauty and Resilience: Why Day of Beauty 2025 Matters

swiochicago
Sep 29
4 min read

At Sisters Working It Out (SWIO), we believe that healing goes far beyond medical treatments. It’s about nurturing the body, mind, and spirit with care, love, and community. That’s why our Annual Day of Beauty is one of our most cherished events of the year. It reminds breast cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and families that their strength and beauty shine through every step of their journey. It’s about restoring confidence, creating safe spaces, and uplifting women with the love and sisterhood they deserve.

Why Day of Beauty 2025 Matters

For women facing the challenges of breast cancer, wellness often takes on new meaning. It’s not only about treatments and physical healing but also about emotional resilience, spiritual strength, and connection to a supportive community.

Day of Beauty is more than just a community celebration and pampering. It’s about healing as a whole. Beauty and wellness therapy restores confidence, humanizes care, and reminds women that they are valued, radiant, and never alone.

What to Expect This Year

Day of Beauty 2025 promises to be an unforgettable day filled with:

Pampering sessions – free hairstyling, barbering, facials, and makeup services.
Wellness activities – massage therapy, self-care workshops, and mindfulness experiences.
Inspiring speakers and panels – sharing wisdom, strength, and encouragement.
Community connections – building bonds with other survivors, caregivers, and supporters.
Celebration of resilience – laughter, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Spotlight on Our Leaders

1. Panel Moderator: Audrina Sinclair

We are beyond honored to welcome back Audrina Sinclair, Emmy Award-winning Morning News Anchor at CBS Chicago, as our Panel Moderator for Day of Beauty 2025.

With a career in trusted storytelling and a heart dedicated to service, Audrina embodies strength, grace, and inspiration. She serves on the boards of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Salt & Light Coalition, and volunteers tirelessly for mentorship and women’s empowerment.

At Day of Beauty, she will guide heartfelt conversations that uplift, inspire, and celebrate the resilience of women navigating breast cancer.

2. Mistress of Ceremony: Joani Vaughan

We are thrilled to welcome Joani Vaughan, Development Director at Bright Star Community Outreach, as our Mistress of Ceremony!

Rooted in values of faith, empathy, and encouragement, Joani brings warmth and joy to every space she enters. From her years of service with the Department of Human Services to her leadership at Bright Star and St. James Ministries, Joani has dedicated her life to uplifting communities.

With her radiant spirit and dynamic presence, she will lead us through Day of Beauty with laughter, compassion, and unforgettable moments of sisterhood.

Inspiring Voices: Our Speakers

This year’s lineup includes leaders who bring expertise and compassion:

Dr. Teni Brown – Surgeon & Scientist at Northwestern
Dr. Dario Roque – Gynecologic Oncologist & Professor at Northwestern
Dr. Paris Thomas – CEO of Equal Hope

These powerful voices will share insights that empower, encourage, and remind us of the importance of holistic wellness.

Survivor Panel: Voices of Strength

Our Survivor Panel is always one of the most moving parts of Day of Beauty, reminding us of the courage, resilience, and faith that define the breast cancer journey.

Dr. Eno Nsima-Obot – Board-Certified Physician in Internal Medicine
Elaine Jones – Caregiver & Advocate
Brianna Johnson – Survivor & Advocate

Together, they will inspire with stories of hope, healing, and the power of community.

A Salute to Our Sponsors and Volunteers

This day would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors: Bears Care, AstraZeneca, PhRMA, Public Affairs, Patient Advocate Foundation, Northwestern Medicine - Chicago Cancer Initiative (CCI), and BlueDoor. Your commitment ensures every woman feels seen, celebrated, and cherished.

We also extend heartfelt gratitude to our volunteers—beauticians, barbers, masseuses, and wellness practitioners—who give their time and skills to create a day of joy and healing. You are the heartbeat of Day of Beauty.

In addition, we are thrilled to share that the talented Cosmetology and Barber team from South Suburban College will once again be part of this year’s Day of Beauty!

With generous hearts and skilled hands, these amazing students and professionals are offering their time and talent to provide FREE beauty and grooming services for cancer survivors, patients, and sisters in our community.

From fresh haircuts to elegant styles, their work goes beyond beauty. It’s about restoring confidence, uplifting spirits, and reminding every woman that she is radiant, valued, and deeply celebrated.

A Call for Vendors

We are inviting vendors who offer products or services that enrich the lives of survivors and their families to partner with us. Whether through wellness products, beauty care, or resources that inspire, your presence can make Day of Beauty even more meaningful.

Thank You to Our Attendees

Most importantly, we thank every woman who has signed up to attend. Day of Beauty is for YOU. Your courage, presence, and story inspire us all and we cannot wait to celebrate you.

Join Us – Registration is Ongoing!

Don’t miss this day of celebration, healing, and empowerment. Whether as a guest, volunteer, vendor, or sponsor, there is a place for you at Day of Beauty.

Together, let’s celebrate beauty, wellness, and sisterhood like never before.