Share Your Dress for Success Story
At Dress for Success Houston, every story matters. We believe in empowering individuals to thrive, both personally and professionally.
Your experiences inspire others and showcase the power of determination, community, and support.
Salima
Salima was brought to tears by the welcome she received from the DFS Houston staff and volunteers when she first visited the agency. After finding a new role with support from Job Search workshops (sponsored by Chevron), Salima joined the Professional Women’s Group, participating in career development meetings, mentorship through One Year, One Job, (sponsored by PwC), and several other classes. She feels empowered with new confidence and improved health, which she attributes to the programming and her network of inspiring peers.
Renae
Renae, a United States Air Force Veteran, hesitated to join DFS Houston’s Veterans program (sponsored by Halliburton) because she wasn’t actively looking for a job. Yet as she listened to women in her first workshop, she realized that their stories were hers and that she’d found a permanent community in Houston. Renae says DFS Houston gave her a place to connect and grow professionally and personally. She has participated in Veteran’s workshops, financial and legal literacy classes, and the physical fitness and wellness programs offered and earned an HR certification.
Berenice
Bernice was referred to DFS Houston and said she was wowed because she never expected to feel so welcomed or so empowered simply by wearing a professional suit. Berenice completed her certification and continued her involvement through the Professional Women’s Group, which she believes inspires women to become better versions of themselves. Berenice participates in the financial literacy classes that have helped her improve her credit status and mind/body classes that help her manage stress and improve her personal life. She has also participated in career counseling and legal literacy workshops.
Carmen
Carmen struggled with depression and anxiety while actively searching for a job for three years. After a year and a half of struggling in her job search, she was referred to DFS Houston by WorkFaith Connection. Carmen received a suit, and despite setbacks, she kept moving forward. She landed a job with a psychiatric center – leading to her role as a staff assistant at Rice University, working with students who participate in their counseling, well-being, and SAFE services.
Roxi
Roxi came to DFS Houston while preparing to interview for an internship. She felt supported and equipped to succeed after receiving a new suit and attending First Impressions interview preparation class. Roxi says when she stepped into the building, she felt special and cared for as an individual. “The staff had such positive energy. Being part of the Professional Women’s Group gives me a sense of belonging and community. I don’t feel alone on my journey, and I know other women can relate to what I am going through. It has been an incredible joy to be in the room with other women who want to see me succeed.”
Volunteer Stories
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Dress for Success Houston, empowering women to thrive in work and life. Your story matters! By sharing your experience, you can inspire others to join our mission, uplift our community, and celebrate the transformative power of giving back.
Have a moment of connection, a success story you were part of, or the joy of making a difference? We want to hear it!
PWG Stories
Your journey matters! The Professional Women’s Group (PWG) at Dress for Success Houston is a vibrant community where women connect, grow, and thrive together. We want to hear your story — the moments that inspired you, the relationships that empowered you, and the successes you’ve achieved.
By sharing your experience, you can encourage other women to join this supportive network, foster new connections, and show the true power of women lifting each other up.
Veteran Stories
Your service and strength make a difference beyond the uniform. At Dress for Success Houston’s Women Veteran Program, we celebrate the resilience, leadership, and determination of women who have served. Your story has the power to uplift, inspire, and connect others who share similar journeys.
Whether it's finding confidence in a new career, building a supportive community, or achieving personal milestones, your experience can motivate other women veterans to pursue success and thrive.
FAQs
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By sharing your journey, you:
Celebrate the transformative impact of DFS programs in your life.
Inspire others to take the first step towards empowerment.
Highlight the incredible support of the DFS Houston community.
No story is too big or too small—your journey can motivate and help others in need.
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We invite you to share how DFS Houston has impacted your life. Whether it’s about:
How you discovered DFS and why you chose to get involved.
The skills, confidence, and opportunities you’ve gained through our programs.
A moment that defined your personal or professional growth journey.
Who helped you find a community in DFS where you prosper and thrive.
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After submission we will review it and may reach out with a few questions. Nothing is public right away.
We will then share our storyboard on this site (coming soon), and may use it in social media to spotlight our impact.
We may add a call to action on your story to support or mission with a donation, volunteer request, advocacy action, etc.
We will add it to our storybank where our team can access it for different development and advocacy goals.
Bottom line: Your story moves us forward!
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Sharing your story is easy! Select from one of the buttons above associated with one or more of the programs you’re involved in.
Once you’re in the story builder, choose some of the prompts to write your story in, use voice-to-text, or record a video. You can also include pictures or any other media you wish.
After giving your story a title and adding some tags, hit the submit button and our team will review it for publishing!