International Women's Day 2020 - "EACH FOR EQUAL"

Of the 6 mission statements for IWD 2020, NAWIC resonates with:

• Forge inclusive workplaces so women thrive
• Support women to earn on their own terms

Aligning with these objectives and to support the support groups within our community, NAWIC is hosting a clothing donation drive for Dress for Success.

Drop off your clothes, stay for refreshments, hear from inspirational speakers and celebrate women supporting women. There will be cake!

Special guests:

• Dr Farah Palmer : former captain of NZ women's rugby union team, and lecturer at Massey University
• Dee Glentworth: founder of Free For All

Venue opens at 5.30pm. Speakers commence at 6pm. Guests may attend who do not have clothing to donate.

What is Dress for Success?

Dress for Success believes in every woman’s ability to be self-sufficient and successful in her career. Their mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

Dress for Success helps women pursue their aspirations by providing appropriate clothing for not only job interviews but Court appearances, house viewings, community re-integration, graduation and official event outfits.

https://wellington.dressforsuccess.org/

What to donate:

What you would wear to a job interview- Your fabulous suits and other professional apparel could furnish another woman with the confidence to enter or return to the workplace, make a great first impression and land a job that could change her life.

Bring your new or gently worn business-appropriate apparel, shoes or even accessories like handbags and unused cosmetics or jewellery.

Please ensure that all items donated are freshly dry-cleaned / laundered and ironed, not more than 5 years old, and suitable for wearing to job interviews.

Event information:

Level 3, 220 Willis street, Wellington CBD. (next to the Labour MP offices)

Guests are to arrive prior to 6pm to allow access to the building. Lifts are available and the venue is accessible.

Street parking only. Closest car park is on Vivian street corner.

Freinds of NAWIC welcome- especially those in the construction industry or with a keen interest in empowerment of women.

A range of refreshments will be provided however we cannot guarantee that we can cater for all dietary requirements.

Questions? Please contact: rsvpwgtn@nawic.org.nz