The Vision of Amelia’s Closet Amelia’s Closet is a faith-based 501(c)3 organization that helps reduce poverty in our communities by preparing women for sustainable employment. The idea for Amelia’s Closet began developing years ago. As formerly incarcerated women would visit Jody’s church, she often wished they had a clothing closet to assist them in making a fresh start. Since she resigned from her full-time job, God has continually confirmed that she was supposed to help fill this need. Jody researched names for “hope” and found “Amelia” means hope, and industrious, striving, and admiring – the type of women we desire to help (and happens to be her first granddaughter’s name). This God-sized dream is now her passion. We, at Amelia’s Closet, want to prepare women for meaningful, sustainable employment in order to make a difference in their families’ lives and reduce the risk of poverty in our communities. We are also the main business belonging to our social enterprises;
Amelia's Closet的外部链接
810 NW Broad St
US，Tennessee，Murfreesboro，37129
Executive Director, Always Bev Inc. Charitable 501 Non Profit (c)(3) Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention Educator | Public Speaker- Personal Safety
Thank you Jody Powers from Amelia's Closet for organizing this empowering event to educate women about predatory behavior. This great connection was made possible through the Women's Fund of Middle Tennessee from Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee!
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We'd like to introduce you to another one of our Project Restyle 2.0 Judges. Dr. Jasmin Kwon, a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) since 2007, holds a Ph.D. in Fashion Marketing from Kyoungpook National University in South Korea and completed post-doctoral research at the University of Kentucky. Her research focuses on the e-fashion industry, seasonal shopping behavior, and materialism. She has presented her work internationally and is passionate about teaching, consistently earning honors and recognition for her impact. Dr. Kwon actively supports student engagement as the advisor of the MT Korean Club. She is involved in professional organizations, participates in community service, and has led multiple fashion study abroad programs. In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano and violin. To join Jasmin on April 29th, you can purchase your tickets here https://lnkd.in/eqrfwpVh
We'd like to introduce you to another one of our Project Restyle 2.0 Judges. Bobbie Johnson was born and raised in Hickman County, Centerville, TN. Which is most commonly known for being the Birthplace of, “Minnie Pearl!” In 1984, Bobbie moved to Rutherford County to attend MTSU! Since then, she has truly enjoyed a more than 30-year banking career, currently a Financial Specialist at Pinnacle Financial Partners. Bobbie has always been active in community service because it’s a must! So when asked to be a Judge for Project Restyle, she was so delighted! “This allows me to be both of Service, benefiting Amelia’s Closet, while sharing my own individual styling talents! I so enjoy putting outfits together for myself as well as others.” A Positive update in your style of dress, can change your entire daily outlook, in all aspects! To join Bobbie on April 29th, you can purchase your tickets here https://lnkd.in/eqrfwpVh
Visit AmeliasCloset.org to join Amelia on April 29th to see who wins this year's Project Restyle 2.0 competition. Amelia Bozeman teaches entrepreneurship in the Department of Management at MTSU Jennings A. Jones College of Business Prior to joining the faculty, Bozeman led the Tennessee Small Business Development Centers (TSBDC) at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Through her previous consulting work, she advised clients in business, the nonprofit sector, and in government. She also led the Business Education Partnership. Bozeman’s “passion for fashion” and love for color, pattern, and texture are lifelong. As a teen, she was instructed to go and buy “school shoes.” She came home with a pair of cobalt blue stilettos, which she fortunately was allowed to keep.
Drum roll.. as we announce our 2025 judges for Project Restyle 2.0 Adrienne Tarola, the founder of Nashboro Chic Chic, a brand platform that celebrates personal style and empowers others through fashion. After running her own boutique for six incredible years just outside Nashville, TN, she has now transitioned to connecting with her amazing clientele on social media and collaborating with brands that she love as their ambassador. As a mother of four (3 boys, 1 girl) and married for 26 years to a dedicated plastic surgeon, she knows how to balance personal style with life's demands. She believes fashion is all about **expressing your mood**; if an outfit makes you feel good, wear it with confidence! Adrienne is thrilled for this new adventure and hope to inspire others to feel fabulous every day. "Let's embrace our unique styles together!"
Thank you, Barb Jordan, for leading our Personal Safety & Violence Prevention women's event. 1 Safety in Numbers There is safety in numbers. When you have the chance, take somebody with you. If possible try and stay in groups of 3 or more. 2 Body Language Your body language should be strong and with a good walking pace. Keep your head and eyes up. Make eye contact with people who approach you or linger in your environment. 3 Alcohol Warnings Never take open drinks from somebody you don't know or trust. If you have a drink and decide to put it down, do not pick it back up and finish it's content. 4 Understand Intrusive Conversations Understand intrusive conversations and be aware about the personal information you are sharing with others, even if they are a familiar face. 5 Warnings for IPV Some indicators are fear, intimidation, jealousy, anger, difficulty communicating between partners, control, manipulation, isolation, and a past history with exposure to violence. 6 Predators of Sexual Assault Alcohol abuse, ideologies of male sexual entitlement, weak legal sanctions for sexual violence, witnessing family violence, and attitudes that condone violence. 80% of victims know their attacker. 7 Stand Firm Stand firm if your response to somebody is “No.’ Your first thought is typically the right thought. Don't be charmed or manipulated to change your decision. Trust your intuition. Honor your "No." 8 Stalking 1 in 3 women experience stalking at some point in their life. 82% of stalkers are acquaintances and former or current intimate partners. Report the individual that is creating your fear, especially if you are changing your appearance and daily routes. 9 Intimate Partner Violence Recognize warning signs and take action to avoid any one on one encounters. MOST INTIMATE PARTNER HOMICIDES are committed with a firearm. To learn more SAFETY TIPS visit https://www.alwaysbev.com/