Ending Trafficking Together
Every December, advocates from all over the world pledge to wear a dress or tie for the 31 days of December. We’ve had over 32,000 men and women join us since 2013, and together we’ve raised millions towards ending human trafficking.
Ready to join the fight?
Dressember welcomes year-round support in the fight against human trafficking. Follow the links below to make a general donation, become a monthly supporter, or participate in our annual campaign.
HOST A SCREENING
We need your help sharing our film! Organize a lunch and learn with your company, an info night with your neighbors, or a virtual screening for your friends. Download our Screening Guide for tips.
Donate your big day!
Birthdays, anniversaries, even wedding registries are great avenues to create an impact. Donate your special day to the cause and invite your friends and family to contribute in lieu of presents!
Become an Advocate
Every year during the month of December you have the chance to link arms with fellow advocates to raise money and awareness for the fight against global human trafficking.
Become a year-round supporter
Join a powerful community of advocates and donors furthering the work and impact of the Dressember Foundation through monthly giving.
Dressember FAQs
+ HOW DOES DRESSEMBER RAISE MONEY, AND WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
Dressember participants help spread awareness about a world issue by committing to the challenge of wearing dresses all month. All month, those who participate spread the word about what they're doing and why, compelling others to contribute to the cause by making a monetary contribution. Dressember partners with other organizations around the world tackling the issue of human trafficking in different ways. Learn more about our impact here.
+ MY JOB REQUIRES THAT I WEAR PANTS.
You can wear pants when you need to—as with a job that requires pants, or when you're working out, cleaning, or sleeping. Wear a dress when you get to choose what to wear.
+ I’D LOVE TO PARTICIPATE, BUT IT’S REALLY COLD IN DECEMBER WHERE I LIVE.
Believe it or not, many people in colder regions like Montreal, NYC, Chicago, Scotland, and even Alaska have participated in Dressember — and loved it. There are some helpful loopholes — like wearing pants under dresses, fleece-lined tights, lots of layers — and most importantly, enthusiasm for the cause, that can help you survive the bitter cold. We also suspect that those of you in colder areas can have the biggest impact in raising awareness and support, since it is such a jarring challenge to undertake! Consider this powerful statement from a participant in Ontario: "A dress everyday for 31 days during a Canadian winter is a minor discomfort compared to that of so many affected by human trafficking. I hope, if nothing else, to raise awareness of this dark reality that is still very present in our world, our country, our city."
+ I HATE DRESSES. IS THERE ANOTHER WAY I CAN HELP?
Yes. You can wear a tie instead! Or, help spread the word in your community and encourage others to join in. You can also make a donation to the campaign or to a specific participant. If you're on the fence about joining, though, might we tempt you by pointing out that some of the most amazing stories and testimonials come from those who decided to participate in spite of hating dresses? We love the notion of doing one thing that scares you every day; maybe Dressember could challenge you in a new and beautiful way.
+ DO SKIRTS COUNT?
You can wear skirts, but only over dresses. Unfortunately, it's not called Skirtember, folks.
