I am more than delighted to be invited as a guest at the Break Free New York Fashion week runway show. The show aims at leading the discussion on mental health and substance use disorder within the fashion industry and how to enjoy dressing for yourself again after a low mental health point.
The much needed discussion on mental health is a subject that is not so much spoken about within the Somali community, most especially Somali women living refugees in the camps. My participation and invitation to this prestigious event is a meaningful recognition that our voices can now be heard and taken seriously.
The show will be held during New York fashion week on Monday, February 14th 2022 at 7pm ET. Ths event is sponsored by Recovery Centers of America. Hair and make up services are being provided by New York Make up Academy. A portion of the proceeds from the show will go towards 10,000 Beds, who provide scholarships to assist those seeking treatment for substance use disorder to enter into a rehabilation center.