Amisha shaves head for WomanKind

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James Burns

In March this year writer and sustainable fashion campaigner Amisha Ghadiali bravely accepted the Funny Women Challenge to perform stand-up comedy in front of a large audience, for the very first time (eek!) and all to raise money for Womankind Worldwide, a human rights charity that works to transform the lives of women around the world.

Amisha will be carrying on her sterling work as WomanKind Worldwide Ambassador by shaving her head on 17th October to highlight the plight of women around the world who have their heads forcibly shaved as punishment or as a weapon in conflict.

To come and watch Amisha shave her head live at Shoreditch House, Ebor Street, E1 6AW on the 17th October 2012, 9.30pm, book your place and make a donation HERE. Alternatively, donate to WomanKind HERE.

 

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