About Us

We help unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence


The mission of Dress for Success Washington, DC is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the workforce development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.


Our Workforce Development Goals:


  1. Help women secure meaningful employment with a liveable wage

  2. Provide a network of support to help women sustain employment

  3. Improve the financial acumen, economic mobility, and stability of women

  4. Expand awareness of the issues that impact the women we serve


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We help DC Area women with:

  • Finding and keeping a job

  • Preparing for interviews

  • Writing/editing a resume

  • Networking with other women

  • Increasing Economic Mobility

  • Workforce Development

  • One-on-One Coaching

  • Referrals for additional support

  • Professional and trade attire

Staff


Susan M. Kyles

Executive Director


 Board of Directors


Sherry Howard

Treasurer

LaMean Koroma

Cresa

Brandi Saunders

Opus Regulatory, Inc.

Stephanie Maynor

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Maria Kirby

Apple Inc.

Client Testimonials