Changing Things Up for the 2023 Fashion Show Fundraiser

By: Erin Lee, Christina Yardley and Yashna Patel

It is almost time to see our members slay the runway! The JLC is honored to host our Spring Fashion Show fundraiser at the Freedom Center to offer our members, friends, and family a unique look at this space and invite you to visit the museum. This education center and museum of conscience opened in 2004 on the banks of the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, the gateway to freedom for many enslaved people self-liberating on the Underground Railroad; since then, more than 1.8 million people have enjoyed the powerful and immersive exhibits that highlight the struggle of all groups on their journeys to freedom and equality, from the era of the Underground Railroad to the many forms of modern-day slavery, including human trafficking. Rooted in the stories of the Underground Railroad, they illuminate the true meaning of inclusive freedom, which aligns to the Junior League of Cincinnati’s efforts to support diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within our organization and the greater Cincinnati community. The JLC is excited to offer those in attendance for the fashion show a unique look at this space.

The Fashion Show Committee, in collaboration with the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) committee, are empowered to showcase the importance of supporting local businesses that are at the center of social justice education. The fashion show will feature members wearing clothes from businesses from a variety of backgrounds that reflect Cincinnati’s diverse community. Please join us and explore this one of a kind space and shine light on Greater Cincinnati and its communities.