Diane von Furstenberg and Polaris Project

Diane von Furstenberg has had quite a career.  My mother wore a DVF suit as she left her wedding and started the rest of her life with my father--all the way back in the 70's.  Meanwhile, Ms. von Furstenberg is still making waves as a top designer more than 30 years later, whether she's guest judging on Project Runway or donating funds through her foundation's annual "People's Voice" awards.

This year, the admirable Katherine Chon, president and co-founder of Polaris Project, is up for the DVF People's Voice award. If you read this blog at all frequently, you might remember a post a couple of months ago where I went to a Harvard forum on careers in human trafficking and actually met Ms. Chon. She was extremely well-spoken, intelligent, and passionate about fighting human trafficking, and that's why I would urge you to take 2 seconds and cast a vote for her.

The winner will receive $50,000 for their organization in recognition of a woman who uses their vision, resources and commitment to change lives.  You can vote here: http://inside.dvf.com/awards/, and unlike many of these contests, you don't have to register, add a group on Facebook, or do anything other than simply click a button.

Polaris Project is one of the most respected organizations in leading the fight against modern-day slavery and human trafficking, and I would be thrilled to see them win this recognition.

So please go vote! :)