Fashion Friday - Kate Weglikowski

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Happy Good Friday Everyone! 

We are back for another Fashion Friday. Today I'm revealing a DiversAble Model who I've known for many years. We went to school together and she was always a smart woman. She is very involved in supporting the inclusion of people with Diverse Abilities. Here is Kate Weglikowski and her story:

Kate is modeling the CandI Take Heart Bracelet
"My name is Kate Weglikowski. I am a 28 year old woman from Long Island, with Cerebral Palsy. At age six, I was diagnosed with a binaural hearing loss. In 2009, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Hofstra University, with a BA in Public Relations. Currently, I am employed for the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead and I volunteer  for North Shore Hospital and The Games for the Physically Challenged. In 2014, I received a citation from Nassau County Executive, Ed Mangano,  for my fundraising efforts for the Games. By volunteering for the Games, I am able to give back to an organization that means so much to me and help keep the Games going for future athletes. 
This project is a wonderful opportunity for persons with disabilities to break down barriers and show people that we can do much of what others do, just maybe in a different way. We all have limitations/disabilities in some form or another. For some, it's just more visible. 
Changes that I believe the fashion industry would benefit from in order to grow and be better are having persons with disabilities model clothes and displayed in stores and catalogs. In addition, designers should seek advice and input from persons with disabilities. This can also be applied to other areas of life. Society has made some great strides towards equality, but more work remains, especially in the area of employment. Affirmative steps are needed to assist prospective employers in identifying our potential, not simply our disability. I believe that this project is a stepping stone towards getting there."

I love that Kate's vision for a more equal society aligns with the direction I want to take this project. Thanks Kate for all you do to support our equality!

Join our cause by placing an order on my online boutique today for yourself or a DiversAble Model! Shop at http://bitly.com/DiversAble (I'm having a SALE this weekend!) 

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  1. UnknownApril 4, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    Kate, you've grown up to be a lovely young lady! So proud to read about all your accomplishments! Keep up the good work!! 💗

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