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

We believe Dressember is about making a bold statement for the voiceless. One of our best ways to do that is through a Dressember pin, hat or tote! The pins are a simple way to engage in conversation about Dressember, and why you've been wearing a dress all month and our apparel is a great way to gather excitement and commemorate your accomplishments! Head over to our online store to check out the gear that we have to help you make a statement this December: http://dressember.org/shop
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#dressember
#endtrafficking
#makeastatement

This week's advocate spotlight goes to Natasha Krelle, an advocate from Australia! Natasha believes that "all women and children in our world today deserve to live lives of freedom and without fear, and be given an opportunity to be beautiful and to clothe themselves with the dignity and respect they deserve." We agree and encourage you all to join in #Dressember2018 this year! Follow the link in our bio to register.
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📷: @mrs_tashakay

Want to fundraise but not sure you have the time? Ask the manager of your local grocery store or market if they would allow you to put a "Dressember Jar" at the register to collect small donations! Everyone has change to spare and it's a simple way to get your community involved in Dressember and raise awareness for human trafficking. Check out today's blog post to see more ways you can "fun-raise" for Dressember 2018!
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#dressember
#funraising #funraising101

Today with the help of @a21 Ella* is able to start building the life she always envisioned for herself, however this wasn't always the case. Growing up in the foster care system it was home after home until she accepted "help" from a woman who would end up forcing her into a life of sex trafficking.
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But one day, Ella met with a man who she thought was paying for a service. He turned out to be a law enforcement officer who offered to help. Despite the risk, she trusted him and told him her story. The officer assisted her to safety, her trafficker was arrested, and she was connected with A21. Read Ella's full story on the blog today!
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This winter you can make a difference for women just like Ella through the Dressember campaign.
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*name has been changed

RESTOCK ALERT 🖐
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The Sseko x Dressember Collection of kaftan's and kimonos flew off the shelves but we're happy to let you know that some styles including this jade beauty from @designmom has been restocked at @ssekodesigns shop! 50% of your purchase from this specific collection goes back to our mission at Dressember!
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Modeled by @emmaschlick wearing @noondaycollection
📷: @photography.mcfarlane

DRESSEMBER FAQ. If December in your area gives you all the chills, here is what we say: Your advocacy makes an EVEN bigger statement when you're wearing a dress in the cold weather. It makes a powerful statement that you're willing to risk a bit of comfort to advocate for the millions enslaved around the world.
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We recommend finding some fleece lined leggings and breaking out the scarves, jackets, and hats! Check out our Pinterest account for examples of how to layer for warmth during Dressember.
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We have advocates participate in some of the coldest climates in the world! Cold weather advocates -- post your tips below for surviving Dressember in the cold and read more about this on the blog today!
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#dressember
#itsbiggerthanadress

Check out @kyra.rane living it up in one of her dresses for #dressember! What makes you feel free? Share with us below!
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#Dressember
#ItsBiggerThanADress
#JoinTheFight

@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