A APTIVATING UPPA WITH Shaakira Rahiman
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A FEW THOUGHTS TO GO WITH YOUR MORNING BREW
From our Covered Magazine Brand Ambassador 2019
As someone who frequents socials and fundraisers on a monthly basis, both
in my personal and professional capacity I have to acknowledge firstly just
how well organised and seamlessly coordinated the " Step into Power " event
was facilitated. Hats - off to the organisers: MyOnlineSouk, NoorulM
Promotions & Covered Magazine who put together a light and fun pre - Eid
Fashion Show in support of female empowerment for local designers and
talent in our communities. Motivational guest speakers intercepted designer
showcases and provided food - for - thought whilst the elegant and charming
MC Candice Abrahams kept the ambiance and vibe electric and inspirational
throughout the programme.
ABOVE: Former Mrs World Candice Abrahams
was the Official MC of the day with proceeds of the event
going to the 'Candice Abrahams Foundation'.
GUEST SPEAKERS: From Left, Johara Hassem,
Shahista Thokan, Shaakira Rahiman-Saleh joined
by Covered Columnists @what_ladies_luv &
Sabeeha Docrat Cassim
Spoken Word Artist Dineo Ma Qhawe had the
audience entralled while behind the scenes
models, and makeup artists worked tirelessly.
pictured here is Covered Magazines very own
Wasiema "Style Explora"
"We chose the name "Step Into Power" for
our event because we believe we all have
power. We each have a unique talent and
value to give to the world, that most of us
don't embrace. We step back, let others
take the light, undervalue ourselves and
pretend we're average. It's time to stop
pretending you're nothing special. You are
so much more extraordinary than you've
ever given yourself credit for and if you feel
no one has acknowledged your wonderful
abilities, it's because you haven't stepped
into your power to show them yet."
The above purpose of why this event was
necessary resonated so deeply with me and
many of the attendees I had the opportunity
to network with. Guest speaker Shahista
Thokan added: "The art form of fashion
comes in here as a form of self
expression. It aids with building a self
image and identity. It can bring immense
joy and positive endorphins to behavior. If
u look good u feel good." I believe
attending events such as these are just as
educational and add value to growth and self-
development as they are fun!