A Collective Gathering of Art, Storytelling, and Women’s Voices Across the World for International Women’s Day HerStories: Courage Across Borders Art • Voices • Resilience • Solidarity Join us this March for an evening dedicated to elevating the powerful stories of women who have faced some of the world’s most challenging injustices, from Yazidi women who survived abduction and captivity, to women in Iran fighting for freedom, to survivors of domestic violence here in the U.S. This event brings these narratives together under one unified theme: courage without borders.   Hosted by the Iranian Women’s Institute for Life & Liberty (I-WILL), this community event blends art, lived experiences, and dialogue to illuminate the realities many women endure while celebrating their strength, healing, and unstoppable spirit.   Together, we face difficult truths, honor voices too often unheard, and build a shared path toward justice across cultures and continents. ⭐ Program Elements 🎨 Art Exhibition Featuring powerful work by women artists whose pieces reflect themes of identity, captivity, liberation, domestic violence, and the global fight for women’s rights. Art will be showcased throughout the evening for guests to explore. 🗣 Storytelling & Lived Experiences Hear from women and advocates sharing first-hand narratives on: Yazidi captivity and survival The Woman, Life, Freedom movement Domestic violence in the U.S. Ongoing struggles faced by women globally These stories honor truth, resilience, and the courage to speak. 🎙 Panel Discussion + Audience Q&A A moderated conversation with survivors, activists, and community leaders examining interconnected women’s rights issues across borders. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage thoughtfully. ✨ Interactive Community Activity Guests will participate in a meaningful collective experience designed to foster connection and solidarity (details shared at the event). In‑Person Event | Free Admission — Registration Required

A Collaborative Celebration of Resilience and Voices of Immigrant Women HerStories: Breaking Silence on Violence Against Women Click here to SIGN UP FOR FREE Art, Voices & Resilience in Immigrant Communities Join us on November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, for a powerful evening centering the lived experiences, creativity, and courage of immigrant women. Hosted by the Iranian Women’s Institute for Life and Liberty (I-WILL) in partnership with SCARF (Support, Care, Advocacy, Resources for Freedom), this hybrid community event brings together storytelling, art, and dialogue to shed light on gender-based violence while celebrating resilience and collective action for change. Together, we confront difficult truths, amplify voices too often silenced, and build solidarity across communities. ⭐ Program Elements ✨ Opening Performance: Dance to “Baraye” Our program begins with a moving dance to “Baraye,” the Grammy-winning song that has become a global anthem for freedom and women’s rights in Iran. This performance honors courage, collective voice, and the universal pursuit of dignity. 🎨 Art Exhibition Featuring immigrant women artists whose work reflects identity, displacement, and resilience. 🗣 Survivor Stories Centering lived experiences of gender-based oppression — honoring courage, healing, and hope. 🎙 Expert Panel + Community Discussion With activists, scholars, and community leaders advancing gender justice and safety. 🎖 Honored Guest Dr. Tenzin Dorjee Former Commissioner & Chair, U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) 📅 Event Details Date: November 25, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM Location: Black Box Theater, Edmonds College (Art exhibition runs concurrently in the lobby) Hybrid Event | Free Admission — Registration Required Who Should Attend? Students, community members, advocates, educators, artists, policymakers — and anyone committed to ending violence against women and uplifting survivor voices.

When a woman speaks, silence turns into resistance. Free Online Event Real voices. Human moment.