Sisters on the Runway-UMass Division

10/12/2020

Join us on October 14 at 5:30pm as we talk with Jody Marchand, a co-founder of the Live for Liv Foundation and a survivor of domestic and gun violence.

Zoom link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/91886757384

Jody has dedicated the last 10 years of her life to raising awareness and speaking out against all types of domestic violence after her daughter's life was tragically taken at the hands of her own father.

Jody’s mission, and the mission of her Live for Liv Foundation is to educate, raise awareness, and offer support to the victims of domestic violence. Jody and the Live for Liv Foundation are here to provide resources and help survivors transition into a thriving, healthy, and safe environment. Join us this Wednesday as we dive into our discussion with Jody Marchand.

10/08/2020

Every year, Sisters on the Runway holds a benefit fashion show to support Safe Passage, a domestic violence shelter located in Northhampton, MA. Join us this Friday night (10/09) at 6pm for a discussion about domestic violence with Safe Passage’s Community Engagement Coordinator Sara Sacks. https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/99751054381

10/04/2020

Hello beautifuls, the month of October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. During this month we mourn victims, celebrate survivors, and create a network for change. Sisters on the Runway is dedicated to advocating for change, bringing awareness, and educating ourselves and others on the topic of domestic violence. This month we will be hosting events, posting resources , and connecting voices and stories of domestic violence. This month we invite you all to join us in advocating for change.

04/13/2020

Safe Passage

Safe Passage

Today in the Daily Hampshire Gazette, our executive director, Marianne Winters, highlights the increased risks for survivors of domestic violence during quarantine and how we can help.

"As we all focus on ways to keep our communities safer, let’s not overlook those for whom more time at home is dangerous — not just frustrating. We must be aware of, and ready to support the survivors in our midst."

04/06/2020

When Staying Home isn't Safe | Safe Passage

A reminder that you are not alone during these tough times. Please utilize these hotlines if you need it. 💜

Need to talk? Safe Passage’s Hotline is available 24/7: (413)586-5066 OR Toll-Free: (888)345-5282 | Safe Passage provides emergency shelter in a confidential location, for the safety of our guests. Community services include counseling, advocacy, peer support, and legal services, offered at our of...

03/11/2020

UMass Sisters on the Runway: Raising Awareness for Domestic Violence Prevention Through Fashion

Thank you for covering our event UMASS Amherst Voices! And a huge thank you to everyone who made it a success 💜💜

https://www.umassamherstvoices.com/post/umass-sisters-on-the-runway-raising-awareness-for-domestic-violence-prevention-through-fashion

At UMass, Sisters on the Runway is a non-profit organization that hosts an annual fashion show raising proceeds for Safe Passage, a domestic violence help center in Northampton MA. “The mission of Sisters on the Runway is to raise awareness and to offer resources, but make sure women still have co...

03/06/2020

10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show

March 1st, 2020. Thank you to everyone who supported us this year! We couldn't have done it without you.

03/06/2020

Details from our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show! Thank you to our amazing photographers Phoebe Father, Madison Palmer, and Charles Markella.

02/29/2020

This is Gabriella Dias. She is SOTR’s Head Marketer. She’s a senior majoring in Anthropology. “I fell in love with SOTR message as soon as I heard about it. It’s so important to educate people on domestic violence since it’s an issue that many people experience. Being apart of this organization is one of the best things I did at my four years here at UMass.”

02/29/2020

Meet Fiona Hanlon, a Fashion Director for SOTR. She’s a sophomore majoring in Marketing. “I joined Sisters on the runway because I thought that the fashion show was a really creative way to do something for a good cause. I love being part of a group full of confident young women that inspire me to be better and do better.”

02/28/2020

This is Mehak Sharma, an Event Coordinator for SOTR. She’s a sophomore majoring in Finance.
“Domestic violence is an issue that doesn’t get as much attention as it deserves. Coming from a culture where it has been normalized to an extent, I felt like I need to do my part in order to fight it, and SOTR seemed like the right place to begin.”

02/27/2020

Meet one of SOTR’s Fashion Directors, Shinju Zhang! She’s a freshman majoring in Biomedical Engineering. “I joined Sisters on the Runway because domestic violence is very normalized in my culture. I want to raise awareness about how domestic violence comes in many different forms. I love that we are supporting that cause through fashion shows where everyone can show their individuality and confidence. It is a powerful way to raise awareness and money for the cause.”

02/27/2020

Be sure to come to the Fashion Show THIS SUNDAY!!!! Remember that all proceeds from the event are donated to the shelter in Northampton called Safe Passage. Help bring awareness to Domestic Violence! 💜🖤

02/27/2020

Monica Pabla is one of SOTR Fashion Directors! She is a senior majoring in Public Health. “I wanted to be involved on campus and ended up falling in love with SOTR’s  initiative and determination to fight against domestic violence while helping vulnerable populations.”

02/26/2020

Joy-Divine Richardson is an Event Coordinator for SOTR! She’s a junior majoring in Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies & Sociology.
“I joined Sisters On The Runway to help bring awareness and inform others of the dangers of normalizing domestic violence in our communities. “

02/26/2020

Introducing Meghana Nair! She is one of our Fashion Directors. She’s a sophomore majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology as well as psych on the neuroscience track. “I joined sisters on the runway because it stands for an important cause that we don’t think about enough, even though domestic violence is all around us more than we think.”

02/25/2020

Meet Isabelle Hanley an Event Coordinator for SOTR. She is a freshman majoring in Public Health. “I joined to be part of a community that promotes awareness for this extremely important and often overlooked issue that does so through supporting and empowering women in our community!”

02/23/2020

Meet SOTR’s Treasurer! This is Yama Estimé and she is a sophomore majoring in Sociology. “I joined SOTR because I believe that I can make a change in my community that I’m in. I feel like domestic violence is never talked about and this is something that’s very important because in my culture domestic violence happens a lot, and I just feel like with me talking and being a voice for people who do not have a voice, then I can make a difference.”

02/21/2020

This is Hasini Jayawardena, and Event Coordinator for SOTR. She is a junior majoring in Sociology and Political Science.
“I joined Sisters on the Runway because it sickens me how commonplace and normal Violence against women is, especially but not limited to Domestic Violence. So many people, especially in the South Asian Diaspora that I am aware of, tolerate physical, sexual, emotional, mental, financial and other forms of abuse and are too scared and ashamed to talk about it. Of course this isn’t just a women’s rights issue but affects people throughout the spectrum of gender and age and sexuality. No one should have to suffer, especially not in silence.”

02/20/2020

Hope to see everyone come out to support domestic violence survivors! All proceeds from the show will go the Safe Passage shelter in Northampton. There will be food, drinks, entertainment and more! 💜🖤

02/19/2020

With the show coming up, let’s introduce some of the fabulous ladies that help make the show possible! 💜This is Saheli Pujari, our SOTR President. She is a junior majoring in Operations and Informational Management. “I joined Sisters on the Runway because three generations of women in my family have suffered from domestic violence. It’s time to end the cycle and it starts with us.”

02/14/2020

Save the date! Hope to see everyone there on March 1st! 💜

02/04/2020

Make sure to come to our GB meeting next Thursday!! #relationships #safespace #valentinesday

01/27/2020

Please email us if you have any questions or if you are interested!!! 💜

12/25/2019

A big thank you to everyone who donated to our UMASS Minute Fund and those who supported us at our event at Amherst Coffee and Bar!
Wishing you all a Happy Holiday!

12/09/2019

On Saturday some of our E-board members volunteered in the annual Hot Chocolate Run! Take a look at some photos captured during this awesome event! ☕️🍫

12/06/2019

We are so close to reaching our goal and today is the last day to donate! Every cent counts to make difference. Donate today: https://minutefund.umass.edu/project/17265

12/04/2019

There is still a couple days left to donate! Any bit helps! 💜

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are partnering with the MinuteFund to raise money for our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show in support of Safe Passage. Every cent from the show goes directly to helping and supporting domestic violence survivors. Donate today! Any amount can help make a difference.

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

11/22/2019

Save the date on December 7th! Come out to Amherst Coffee and Bar to help support SOTR! Hope to see you there 💜

11/19/2019

11/18/2019

Haven't donated yet? Not a problem! There are still 4 days left to contribute to our MinuteFund campaign. These donations are critical to the success of our show and we are almost half-way to our goal. Please keeping donating. Every cent makes difference. And thank you to all our donors so far.

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are partnering with the MinuteFund to raise money for our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show in support of Safe Passage. Every cent from the show goes directly to helping and supporting domestic violence survivors. Donate today! Any amount can help make a difference.

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

11/12/2019

There is still time to help us reach our goal!! Any bit helps!!

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are partnering with the MinuteFund to raise money for our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show in support of Safe Passage. Every cent from the show goes directly to helping and supporting domestic violence survivors. Donate today! Any amount can help make a difference.

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

11/04/2019

Have you donated yet? ONLY 18 DAYS LEFT! Donate if you can! Any amount helps!

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are partnering with the MinuteFund to raise money for our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show in support of Safe Passage. Every cent from the show goes directly to helping and supporting domestic violence survivors. Donate today! Any amount can help make a difference.

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

10/21/2019

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are partnering with the MinuteFund to raise money for our 10th Annual Benefit Fashion Show in support of Safe Passage. Every cent from the show goes directly to helping and supporting domestic violence survivors. Donate today! Any amount can help make a difference.

https://minutefund.umass.edu/SOTR2020

10/20/2019

Safe Passage

We were honored to have Sara from Safe Passage meet with us today. The training was very informational and interactive. Such an amazing experience!

We are excited to be joining our friends, the Sisters on the Runway-UMass Division, this evening! Every year, this highly stylish group of folks puts on a fashion show to benefit Safe Passage. And tonight, we will be visiting them to offer a training on domestic violence and how they can support survivors in their community.

Interested in hosting us for a training to learn more about domestic violence? Request a program from our staff by filling out this form on our website. #1Thing #DVAM #ItTakesACommunity