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July 24, 2018

Marysol’s Story

Like many of our volunteers, Marysol came to Dress for Success Vancouver with a passion for helping women through style and a desire to give back. Marysol was able to do this with Dress for Success Vancouver, but instead of just giving back she was inspired by the women she worked with. Recently, Marysol found herself in an employment transition and used Dress for Success Vancouver’s Career Center to help define her own career path. Here’s Marysol’s Story:

May 29, 2018

Anita’s Story

By telling my story, I really want to connect, inspire and give hope to other women. I have so much gratitude for all that I have received in my life because there is learning in every experience and it has shaped the woman I am today.

May 10, 2018

Geraldine’s Story

HOPE. This four-letter word is so meaningful to me and has become the guiding principle in my life. All of the sad and painful circumstances that I experienced have not stopped me from dreaming and hoping for a better life—for myself and for my son.

April 26, 2018

Tarana’s Story

I came to Vancouver in February of 2012 from Azerbaijan and it was one of the most challenging phases of my life. Even with over 15 years of professional experience working with International NGO’s and having a degree in International Development from an American University, I was still faced with tough job market in Vancouver. I was discouraged and lost my confidence while I struggled with two part-time jobs.

April 12, 2018

Stella’s Story

Dress for Success Vancouver has inspired me to spread my wings and fly, and to become someone that I truly love. It’s my goal to pass my torch of inspiration onwards, to a woman in need. There is nothing more fulfilling to me than knowing that I too can make a difference in this world.