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Dress For Success Austin Seeks Volunteer Image Consultants

The non-profit empowers women toward economic independence through career development, and is seeking virtual volunteers amid COVID-19.

NORTH AUSTIN, TX —With the current public health crisis, many non-profit organizations have had to temporary close their doors and transition their community assistance efforts from face-to-face to virtual engagement. For many, the important work they do because more vital during especially challenging times like these.

Dress for Success Austin continues to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. The community is encouraged to lend their support through various opportunities to help women in and around Austin.

As the organization's boutique and career center remain closed until further notice due health concerns surrounding COVID-19, in-person appointments are not being taken, rather, Dress for Success Austin is offering virtual career and image consulting services. Those interested in helping women remotely may volunteer for career coaching and image consulting opportunities. Contact Volunteer Manager Candy Cantrell, to inquire and sign up.

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An updated resource list of helpful COVID-19 resources for clients and volunteers is available, to learn more about Dress for Success Austin and to find other ways to help, click HERE.

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