Take on the Challenge

Our small, consistent actions have the power to change the world. Take the pledge to wear a dress or tie every day in December!

The Power of Awareness

There is power within your radius, and Dressember encourages our advocates to get educated right where they are. Check out our resources. →

Wear Your Values

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Why Dresses?

To many people, dresses represent fragility, weakness, and inequality. We believe it is time to reclaim them.

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TEDx: OUR STORY

“Something that started as a simple idea became a global movement that created a pathway for not just me, but thousands of women to put a stop to one of the greatest injustices of our time. ”

— Blythe hill, ceo + founder

TELL THE WORLD WHY

#Itsbiggerthanadress

@a21’s #walkforfreedom took place in over 400 cities around the globe today. Together, we are abolishing slavery with every step!
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Did you attend the walk? Tell us where! 📷: @naomiruthpugh // @ellerali

Bring on the water works 🌊
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#endslavery
#fightforjustice
#untilallarefree

"She had no contact with her family and never had enough time in any one brothel to form friendships. Other than her relationship with her trafficker, she was completely alone." Today's survivor story is that of Patricia*. She was sold to a gang at 16 and trafficked for over 10 years, but has escaped that exploitation and now aspires to provide safety and opportunity for her two children. To read the full story about how our grant partner @restorenyc works to help women like Patricia, check out the Dressember blog.
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*Patricia's name has been changed
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#endslavery
#endtrafficking
#untilallarefree

This is an all too common reality for those working in the garment industry even today. @fash_rev shares stories on their platform of women in sweatshops who find that their hard work doesn't truly pay off in the end because they're working under a flawed system. Just having an incredible work ethic is not enough to ensure these workers' dignity. Today's quote comes from the founder of @shop_trove, an ethical fashion company. You can head over to the blog today to find out how they aim to make the industry a more delightful and dignified place to work.
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#FashionFriday
#endslavery
#whomademyclothes

Once upon a time, @jenmorrisonlive designed a dress for the 2018 Dressember Collection! Her dress is a beautiful and timeless design. Oh, and did we mention that it has pockets? WIN. You can purchase her dress “The Jennifer” at http://dressember.org/shop . This year for #Dressember, Jen Morrison is working with esteemed photographer & director, @thetylershields to create her daily Dressember photos inspired by crowd-sourced ideas and suggestions. Have an idea for this? Tell us below!

Hannah Britton is a woman who understands that love is not passive but rather action after action of hard work, determination, and passion to see justice in our world. Learn from a #Dressember advocate who stepped beyond her comfort zone in order to educate others about human trafficking and what they can do to #endslaverynow. One unique way she created awareness and gathered donations was by shaving her head for #Dressember! Her bravery and boldness inspired others and reminded us all that #itsbiggerthanadress. You may not shave your head [or maybe you do] for Dressember, but we encourage you to look for meaningful and creative ways to spread the word!
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#dressember
#itsbiggerthanadress

According to our grant partner Pathfinders, many youth in the Milwaukee area experience homelessness. When a youth is homeless they are more susceptible to becoming victims of human trafficking. We are proud to stand with Pathfinders as they bring hope and healing to their community through their “Youth in Crisis” initiatives. These initiatives include educational programs, housing, and youth empowerment workshops.
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#homelessyouth
#pathfindersmke
#itsbiggerthanadress
#untilallarefree

Introducing our new grant partner: @olive.crest! This organization works to prevent child abuse, and keep vulnerable kids from becoming victims of trafficking, while also providing critical counseling and support to survivors. Our grant will help fund Olive Crest's programs focused on this work including Independent Life Skills training and housing assistance. Continue reading on the @Dressember blog to learn more about Olive Crest and our partnership!
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#Dressember
#OliveCrest
#ItsBiggerThanADress
#SafeKids