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Women United returns with second annual DEBx talk

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United Way Perth-Huron’s DEBx talk returns for a second year on Friday, Nov. 5, with The Voice of Dress.  The panel discussion focuses on the role of fashion, what dress means to communities and in Canadian society, moderated by last year’s speaker Dr. Laura Morlock. Singer, songwriter, actor and multi-instrumentalist Evangelia Kambites will also perform.

“We’re excited to bring back our DEBx talks again this year,” said United Way Perth-Huron Campaign Co-chair Leslie Edney. “I invite anyone interested in exploring the role of fashion in society to join us. We know this year’s panel will encourage important conversations among friends and communities.”

Although we often consider fashion to be trivial, the clothing we wear speaks volumes to those around us, most of it subconsciously. An Armani suit on Bay Street communicates wealth and power. A dolly dress on a young girl communicates innocence. And sometimes what we wish to communicate gets misinterpreted by the viewer. Muslim, Mennonite and Indigenous women in Canada know clothing’s possibilities for empowerment and challenges all too well. Hear panelists Sahver Kuzucuoglu, Melissa Hammell and Anna Wall share their experiences and expertise on what their community’s dress means to them and how it impacts their navigating Canadian society.

Join women from across Perth-Huron:

  • In Huron, tickets for the livestream are available for $30. 
  • In North Perth, tickets are available for the in-person event at the Listowel Golf Club. Tickets are $50 and admission is limited due to COVID guidelines. For those who prefer to watch from the comfort of home, tickets for the livestream are available for $30. 
  • In St. Marys, tickets are available for a livestream event, including a #LocalLove gift bag. Tickets are $45. 
  • In Stratford, tickets are available for the in-person event at the Stratford Golf and Country Club. Tickets are $50 and admission is limited due to COVID guidelines. For those who prefer to watch from the comfort of home, tickets for the livestream are available for $30. 

For a link to purchase tickets GO HERE. 

    United Way would like to thank our sponsors: Laura Morlock — RE/MAX a-b Realty, Listowel Vision Care, Resonance Fashion, Home & Company Real Estate, The Family Tree Consignment, Jennifer Anderson — Royal LePage Hiller Realty, Stacey Clarkson — Kempston & Werth Realty, O’Grady’s Clothing and Accessories, Cathie Szmon & Sue Fowler — Peak Select Realty, The Jewellery Box, Listowel Pharmasave, Pick a Posie Costume Company, La Osa Jewelry & Vintage, Cait’s Café, The Carriage House Suites, Shear Talent Hair Salon and Anstett Jewellers.

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