What Is Little Black Dress?

Little Black Dress is more than a night out, it is a promise.

A promise that survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking, and stalking in Boone County are seen, believed, and supported.
A promise that no survivor has to walk their healing journey alone.

The little black dress symbolizes strength in the face of adversity and resilience in moments that once felt impossible. Behind every survivor is a story of courage. Behind every story is a community that chose to show up.

For years, True North of Columbia has made life-changing impact through safety, advocacy, counseling, and shelter. Because of this work, survivors find protection, stability, and a path forward.
But the need has not ended.

Every day, survivors still reach out, searching for safety, for stability, for hope. Our mission continues, and so must our commitment.

When you attend Little Black Dress, you are doing more than dressing up.

You are standing with survivors.
You are helping create safety.
You are turning compassion into action.

Join us.
Wear your little black dress.
Stand for strength, safety, and stability.

Together, we can ensure that no survivor faces tomorrow alone.