Lara’s Story
My active participation in the PGW meetings gave me that solid sense of belonging and full awareness that I was not alone in this job search journey. I knew I was supported by a group of empowering women and I truly did feel empowered.
Katrina’s Story
I came into that appointment feeling very isolated. I felt like I was not part of Canadian society or any community. I was also worried about my job search and what the future had in store for me.
Teresa’s Story
Teresa was working as an office manager and marketing assistant in downtown Vancouver when the pandemic hit. The virus rocked the small IT company, and Teresa was one of the people laid off.
Jadine’s Story
I look to forward to continuing this journey of growth and I hope to inspire, support and encourage all the women currently in my life, and all the women I have yet to meet. I desire to help women to believe they deserve more and encouraging them to follow their dreams no matter how big or small. I will continue to challenge myself as I share what an organization Dress for Success is.
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.
Luda’s Story
Our first rental place in Surrey was with filled with mildew but we couldn’t find anything else that we could afford. I felt stuck. My E.I. had run out and we had so many bills to pay. With so few options, my husband made a decision. We took our son back to Calgary to live with his grandmother until we could become more stable. I was heartbroken. It was during this hard time in my life that I went to WorkBC to help me get a job. They referred me to Dress for Success Vancouver.
Wendee Lee
Wendee’s journey with Dress for Success began with a dressing services appointment a couple years ago. Now graduated from the 18-month PWG program, she feels that the support of this program along with colleagues from the program have contributed immeasurably to her personal and professional growth.
Maria’s Story
Since I immigrated, I have received countless blessings. I only knew a couple of friends in Vancouver but met wonderful strangers along the way who became my lifelong friends and helped me in my journey. I was excited about starting a new life in my new home.
I did find a job and worked my way up to a management role and life was amazing! I was living in a blissful bubble for a good 12 years, where I felt shielded and protected from the adversities of life. Then, one day, the bubble burst.
Clarita Casiver
Clarita Casiver was an ambassador for our IMPACT 360 event, and one of six Professional Women’s Group clients chosen to walk down the runway for our fashion show. Having been involved with Dress for Success since November 2015 and currently undergoing PWG since January 2016, she recently spoke at our Donor Appreciation Party to show her incessant support for the programs that continue to support her.
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.