Confident Women
I am passionate about working with young women to help increase self-esteem and to learn to love their bodies. Here I will share videos and articles that inspire me in hopes of inspiring the girls of Franklin high.
In May, Club Ophelia hosted a Fashion Show in our cafeteria. The purpose of our fashion show was not only for our girls to put themselves out there and do something that they are a little afraid of (modeling/speaking in front of others), but more importantly it was a fundraiser for The New Life Center, A Refuge from Domestic Violence. Earlier this school year a representative from The New Life Center came to Sunset Ridge to talk to our Club Ophelia girls about Domestic Violence and Dating Abuse. She informed the girls of the warning signs to look out for and how to help themselves or a friend if they found themselves in a violent situation. She also spoke to the girls about their center and the types of families that stay there. In true Club Ophelia fashion, the girls wanted to do something to help! So we came up with the idea of a fashion show. The New Life Center has a thrift Store, Hope's Closet, and all the proceeds from the thrift store, support the New Life Center. We planned a field trip to volunteer at Hope's Closet. We sorted clothing, dusted and organized shelves upon shelves of donated goods. The girls were also able to try on outfits that they would later model in our Fashion Show. Admission to our show was free, however donated items were encouraged. We handed over nearly 10 trash bags full of clothing to Hope's Closet after our Fashion Show. All of the outfits the girls modeled we also sold in the back following the show. All in all, the girls did a wonderful job! They showed confidence, grace and courage as they strutted down the isle in their ensembles! I could not have been more proud of them. Below are a few photos from our event!
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I found this great video on You Tube! I love the idea of kids taking on this issue and standing up for what is right! Check it out |
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