You can do anything in a dress
 
 
 

where all people are free to live vibrant, autonomous lives.

 
 

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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
 
 

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Your value matters. Other people's value matters. How will this invitation impact how you see both today? + #dressember #everydayadvocacy #endslavery #untilallarefree #endhumantrafficking
Today we honor Lena Horne. An American singer, actress, dancer, and civil rights activist, Horne’s career spanned over 70 years. Best known for her roles in the film “Cabin in the Sky” and her trademark song, “Stormy Weather,” she was one of the most popular performers of her time. + In 1942 she was signed on to MGM and appeared in a number of musical films. However, she was never offered a leading role in a mixed cast because of her race. In response, Horne was very vocal about the mistreatment of African-American performers and refused to play roles that stereotyped her. Horne was the first African-American elected to serve on the Screen Actors Guild board of directors. During WW2, Horne wouldn't come out to sing to segregated troops. Instead she staged mixed audiences. If her show began to be segregated, she would leave the stage to sing to the front row of African-American soldiers. The rest would only see her back. Horne was an active member of the Civil Rights Movement and performed in rallies around the country. She participated in the 1963 March on Washington. In 1983, the NAACP awarded her the Spingarn Medal. + Lena Horne was a force to be reckoned with. She saw the injustices in her profession and spoke out. We honor Lena Horne and the individuals who continue to use their voice to fight the injustices of the world. a= #dressember #blackhistorymatters #blackhistorymonth #untilallarefree
Calling all early birds! + Tickets for the Dressember 5K in Griffith Park are $40 from now until March 1st. After that, tickets can still be purchased for $50. Head on over to http://dressember5k.org (or through the link in our bio!) to get your ticket now! + They say that the early bird gets the worm. Here at Dressember, early bird gets to find the perfect dress (or tie) to run in! + 📸: @sweetcreations_bybeth #dressember #5k #runforfreedom #untilallarefree
Will you be there when the hype ends? Awareness campaigns are a powerful way to bring awareness, but it is what happens when they end that matters most. Here are 3 powerful ways you can continue the conversation to end slavery year round: 1) Be an advocate for fair fashion. Shop brands that bring dignity to their workers through fair pay and spread these values with your shopping buddies. 2) Get your friends involved in an anti-trafficking event. Invite a few friends to run with you for the Dressember 5k or find a local event in your city. 3) Decide to give monthly. I know, talking about money can make us squirm BUT deciding to make a small sacrifice each month helps the work continue year round. + Keep talking, because your voice is powerful all year round. + #dressember #itsbiggerthanadress #useyourvoice #endslavery #untilallarefree
"As someone who has always had a passion for style and a desire to remain involved in as much activism as possible, this challenge stood out to me the first time I heard about it, and I joined the following year. This was my third year participating, and it is the most special thing to do something you really love, while making an actionable and measurable difference in the meantime. + Dressember always is such a timely challenge to me, allowing me to reflect on consumerism and fast fashion during the height of the holiday season which can become so frenzied with buying things to show off your love to someone. + This year I increased my goal, and increased my creativity and commitment. In addition to wearing a dress every day, I participated with some other amazing Dressember participants and "Disneybounded" every day. Disneybounding is a style challenge where you wear normal clothes, while "dressing" like a Disney character. @thedisneybound is the headquarters for this and has absolutely amazing examples! + My community around my #DressemberBound campaign paid off, and I was able to raise more funds than I have in any previous years, while making some new Disney loving friends who are also working to end human trafficking." -@kaitlinatthecastle + #dressember #itsbiggerthanadress #dressemberreflections #endslavery #untilallarefree
Often times we'll be extra careful to examine what we buy beforehand because we want personal assurance of the quality, but what if we expected more from our clothes? What if we expected that not only are we going to benefit from the utility and enjoyment each piece brings us, but that it did not come at the expense of another person's quality of life. While it's saddening that we even have to ask that question, with the way the fast fashion industry currently operates, it's one we must continue to ask on a regular basis. + - Non-profits like B Lab (@bcorporation) and the Fair Trade Federation (@ftfederation) have made it their mission to help consumers make informed buying choices, so be sure to take advantage of their resources! + #fashionrevolution #ethicalfashion #endslavery #endhumantrafficking #untilallarefree #endit
Nothing says #FashionFriday like an ethical fashion giveaway AND a discount code. For @siizu_official, transparency is key to creating natural, ethically made, #ecofashion. They've stepped foot in every factory that creates their garments to ensure workers are being paid fairly and are fairly treated. We're giving away $100 to shop their line AND a skinny silk scarf to one lucky winner! Plus, anyone who enters can use Dressember20Feb at http://siizu.com for 20% off. Everyone wins! + To enter: -Like this post -Follow @siizu_official and Dressember -Tag a friend in the comments + This giveaway ends February 20th and is not associated with Instagram.
In honor of #blackhistorymonth, we want to share the story of Katherine Johnson. While Johnson turned 100 in August, we are celebrating her successes present and past. Johnson worked as a “human calculator” for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Langley location. She was also the first woman from the Flight Research Division to be included as an author on a research report. +As a part of her work, Johnson provided equations, calculations, and reports for lecture series, Project Apollo’s Lunar Lander, and the Space Shuttle. In 1961, Johnson planned the trajectory analysis for the Freedom 7, the United States’ first human spaceflight. When computers began arising, astronauts such as John Glenn continued to trust Johnson’s calculations. While Johnson finished her career at NASA in 1986, she was awarded the Medal of Freedom in 2015 as a leading example for African-American women in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In fall 2019, Johnson will be published in a new way with the release of her autobiography, “Reaching for the Moon.” +The story of Katherine Johnson shows us the power of women in all fields. We are encouraged by her work that has lead to the empowerment of women. #dressember #itsbiggerthanadress #untilallarefree #blackhistory #blackhistorymatters
“When sisters stand shoulder to shoulder, who stands a chance against us?” -Pam Brown + Love to our strong sisterhood this Valentine’s Day💕 + 📸: @florameetsfaunaphoto #dressember #love #itsbiggerthanadress #endslavery
Part of being an advocate is realizing that hope is the most powerful thing we have, and it means we must always work towards freedom and justice. We do this because we have hope and believe that it will truly make a difference.
 
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