Tod has been doing hair for over 20 years and is a certified Master Colorist through Schwarzkopf Professional. He is also an instructor throughout the Midwest for Schwarzkopf, teaching coloring methods & techniques. Tod is right at home at the Dig·ni·ty event as he frequently provides hair services for hair shows across the country.
Stover is helping Dignity create short films to promote the causes and events we support. Thank you.
Everything is a story; Stover Films is a professional video production company helping tell your story.
Trained in Germany, Jami came back to the states to practice cosmetology in Chicago. Returning to Des Moines in 2000, Jami has continued to create beautiful looks and fresh styles. Being a part of the Dig·ni·ty fashion show has been an honor.
Tiffany Allison was her ex-boyfriend's fifth victim, but due to current legislation he may be out early on good behavior. Allison is fighting for stricter sentencing and longer jail time for repeat offenders. Read her story and why she is standing up for victim's rights.
The following is a summary of the proposed habitual violent offender legislation:Read Allison's Story
- Offense must be offender's third violent felony
- A mandatory risk assessment is given at various points of the criminal justice process including when offender is charged, during his/her time in prison, before paroled.
- Offender would serve at least 85 percent of their sentence prior to becoming eligible for earned good time.
- Parole would last at least one year and would begin in a residential facility.
--Des Moines Register
Tanya Miller grew up in Des Moines and is a graduate of Dowling Catholic High School and then went on to attend college at the University of Northern Iowa on a softball scholarship. She graduated in 2005 with a degree in Marketing and Textile and Apparel. She currently she works in the Insurance/Finance.
Tanya is passionate about helping others and improving the community. She has been a member of Junior League of Des Moines since 2010 and also actively participates in the Get Your Rear in Gear Colon Cancer Coalition.
Tanya volunteered as a model for the Dignity Fashion Show because she wanted to show her support for Domestic Violence Awareness and help with such a great cause. She also has a lot of experience with event planning and thought she would be an asset to the team.
Tara has been a hair stylist in the area since 1998. She joined Salon Utopia in 2006 and is our Lead Stylist. Tara's advanced skills in color and cutting techniques keep clients lining up for her services. Tara enjoys creating looks for photoshoots and is excited to be a part of the Dig·ni·ty Event!
Dannie graduated from Missouri State University with a BFA degree in Performing Arts and now works for Wells Fargo doing home mortgage. In her free time she loves to run and catch up on TV dramas.
Action Multimedia LLC has been offering DJ services since 2007. Events are ran or supervised by owner Karl Pothast with a team of helper staff and/or partners. Karl's consultation, music services, audio equipment, and emcee skills are invaluable to the 2015 show. A big thank you in advance to Karl and his team for their assistance at the show.
Buck Rogers is flying from the east coast the week prior to the event to assist with event management and will be one of the videographers at the event. Buck's expertise in event management has been invaluable to the 2015 Style For Dignity Charity Hair and Fashion Show.
Model, Kristy Johnson, is a Community Health Consultant for the State of Iowa. She specializes in audiological services for newborns. In addition, Kristy works on a breast and cervical cancer program geared toward providing preventative services to women of all ages.
In her own words, "I volunteered for the Dignity event because I stand behind the message it sends. Domestic violence was a part of my home life growing up. The first relationship I had, at 16 years old, was physically and emotionally abusive. Thankfully, I was able to break the cycle of violence in my life and I hope the funds from Dignity can help others do the same."
I was approached by Ashley, another Style for Dignity model, to model for the show. Without knowing much about the event, I was in because I thought it would be an awesome experience and something fun and different to do.
Then, I found out it was for a charity event for domestic violence, I was even more interested. My mom is/was a victim of domestic violence. When I was younger, her ex-boyfriend at the time would hit her. He even threw her down the stairs. At one point, the abuse got so bad he threw her down and hit her face on a porcelain bathroom sink. The bathroom incident was so bad, my mom had to go to the hospital and get stitches in her eyebrow.
In a way, I always knew what was going on, but even though she always had bruises on her, she would always make excuses. So the abuse went on for a long time. I knew what he did to her but she would not admit it. I tried to get the truth out of her, but she wouldn't tell me.
One day, after they broke up, my mom finally admitted the truth. She finally told me what he would do to her during their 5 year relationship. Even though I knew she was lying all along, it was very painful to hear her finally admit the truth.
I'm proud to be a part of the Style for Dignity Fashion Show and want to model for this event to show my support for my mom and all the other women who are afraid to speak up and get help. I think this will be an incredible event to be a part of.
"I see modeling for Dignity Charity Fashion Show as a fun way to get involved in the community. I chose to participate not because it affects me personally or my closest friends, but because it is for a great cause. People need to be aware of how domestic violence affects the victims and those around them. I would like to help spread the awareness anyway I can." -M. Noy Sabaidee
For over 10 years Patricia has enjoyed doing hair in Des Moines. Besides advanced cutting and coloring, she is a certified Keratin smoothing treatment specialist as well as our in-house hair extensions expert. Patricia is proud to be a part of the Dig·ni·ty team!
This is the story of young girl from Los Angeles who was given into sex trafficking by family at a very young age. She was forced to take drugs and become the victim of barbarism. Until one day, she reached out for help. The story tells her story and the mission that came do be to help others in similar predicaments.
To assist girls and young women who survived violence, street life, and human sex trafficking with a safe space to heal from traumatic life events, pursue educational endeavors, and acquire skills to become self-sufficient. Visit www.cofcl.org to learn more.
Learn more about Lisa Williams at LisaThrives.com and connect with her on Facebook and Twitter.
Read the Story
My name is Ashley, I’m a very active person who will do anything to keep busy, especially when there is a cause involved. I have people near and dear to me who have been victims of alcoholic and domestic violence. It was on going for years and in the day and age it was ignored. I want to be a part of this movement to bring awareness to the problem to eventually eliminate it and help women realize now if you speak out you will be heard.
Associate Director Kerri True-Funk will be speaking at the 2015 Style for Dignity Charity Hair and Fashion show. Kerri has a Bachelor in Women's Studies from Western Illinois University and a Masters Degree in Human Services Administration from the University of Illinois Springfield. She is passionate about serving the women of Iowa as an advocate for sexual assault victims and has been working in direct service as a case manager and legal advocate. For the last seven years, has served in administrative roles and completed multiple professional training courses for crisis intervention, counseling, and supervision.
The Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault (IowaCASA) is a private nonprofit organization. Our mission is to unite people and organizations to promote a society free from sexual violence and meet the diverse needs of survivors. IowaCASA provides crucial resources, support, training, and assistance to more than 20 member programs in Iowa. Rape crisis centers, emergency sheltering programs, culturally specific programs, and agencies that work with survivors of both sexual and domestic violence make up many of our member programs. Advocates of these programs offer holistic healing and support to survivors during a difficult time. Our priority is always the survivor.
University of Illinois Springfield Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Services, Administration 2013 – 2015 Western Illinois University Western Illinois University Bachelor of Arts, Women's Studies/Sociology 2003 – 2006
Aleisha is a Makeup Artist and a Skin Care Therapist Expert from the International Dermal Institute. She has been in the industry since 2011 and will be one of the makeup artists for the 2015 Style For Dignity Charity Hair and Fashion Show. Aleisha has participated in fundraiser events, Passion for Fashion and Big Hair Ball. Her work has also been highlighted in DSM Living Magazine.
"There is nothing greater than helping woman feel incredible about themselves! It's a gift I can give that is so small, but the impact is so huge!" ~Aleisha Knight
Aleisha Knight | Skin Care Therapist
Anani Salon and Spa
2505 SW White Birch Dr. Suite G
Ankeny, Ia, 50023
515-965-0093
aleisha@ananisalonandspa.com
Plan to prevent bullying. Together we can make a difference. http://oneiowa.org/2015/09/oneiowa-responds-to-gov-branstads-anti-bullying-executive-order/
Ms. Amanda Gilliam is 27 years old domestic violence survivor. She has a passion for helping young women change their story. In her own words, Amanda said, "I just want to change/save the lives of young women everywhere." Amanda has previous modeling experience, but currently works at Wells Fargo. In her free time she seeks out anything that is kind, unique, and beautiful especially if it relates to a humanitarian or feminist movement.
Check back soon when we share Amanda's story.
Vendors that participate in the 2015 Charity Hair and Fashion show will receive professional video and photography from the event to use for marketing/social media purposes with credit given to each photographer. All vendors present at the event will receive a guest swag bag.
Space is limited so vendors can not setup booths and most will need to purchase a ticket to the event.
Vendors have the option to have their names be added to the outfits the models will wear out the night before and after the event. Promotional clothing may also be worn by event volunteers.
Are you a boutique or fashion designer interested in promoting your collection at the event? There is no cost to boutiques to be involved in the 2015 dig·ni·ty Charity Hair and Fashion Show.
Options:- donate multiple items for the holiday swag bags for guests - donate shoes/bags/toiletries for the charityThere is no cost to donate items to the event as a vendor. Vendors who donate items will be listed on the website, social media, and may be listed on other marketing material. Please send your logo, a couple paragraphs about your company, and a list of items donated to vendors@stylefordignity.com.
We are looking for local businesses to donate gift cards or items to be auctioned/raffled off at the event. Money from these donations will go to two local charities, The Children & Families of Iowa Domestic Violence Services and Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault.
Interested in a night out with friends where you can get dolled up?
Girls Night Out, hosted by Salon | Utopia, will give you and your friends an opportunity to learn tips and tricks from professional stylists on how to do your hair and makeup the Friday before Valentines. Have a dinner date planned that Friday? Not to worry, there will be more than one time available for check-in and you should be ready to go for a night-time dinner or evening out.
Event: Friday, Febraury 12, 2016
1208 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 274-1888
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Brian Rathbone is the author of over a dozen books including the World of Godsland Series. Godsland is a fictional adventure about ancient power and finding one's self. Catrin, the main character, must grow up quickly and become a leader to save her land from looming darkness. He donated multiple of his books for our guests and to the auction/raffle at the 2015 Charity Hair & Fashion Show.
Brian is a former horse trainer and computer programmer with a comedic twitter account and active fan-base for his writing. His twitter account jokes about dragons and fantasy topics.
"If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be." --Maya Angelou
Tickets have nearly sold out in just under two weeks! RSVP Now to get the last two tickets.
If you are unable to attend the 2015 Charity Hair & Fashion Show, don't worry we will have more events soon! In the mean time, purchase a booster shirt to show your support.
A big thank you to Jasper Winery for your generous donation to the 2015 Charity Hair & Fashion Show auction/raffle!.
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A big thank you to Mary Kay consultant Andrea Mead for your donation to the 2015 Style for Dignity Charity Hair and Fashion Show. Andrea will be setting up a game for event goers to play before the show.
Exciting news! The early bird tickets for the 2015 Charity Hair and Fashion Show have nearly sold out. There are 2 tickets left at the $10 price. After that it bumps up to $30 and there will be only 13 of those left. Thank you for everyone who has shared the event so far. 36 people reach
A big thank you to Tacopocalypse for participating in the 2015 Charity Hair and Fashion Show. Tacopocalypse is participating as the food vendor for the show.
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Des Moines, IA 50309
515-556-0571
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