Threads: a Cultural Mosaic - Model Registration Form

Get ready to shine on the stage of Threads, an inaugural cultural fashion show brought to life by the dedicated medical students of the University of Toronto! Scheduled for May 12, 2024 from 6 - 9 pm, at the William Doo Auditorium, this event serves to celebrate diversity, global health, and sustainable fashion practices.

Tickets are on a sliding scale, with minimum suggested donation of $5 per model, though you are welcome to donate more if you are comfortable. As a non-profit organization, this approach enables our collective support for Doctors Without Borders. If funding is an issue, please contact us via e-mail. 

**MODELS THAT SIGN UP BY MARCH 13TH QUALIFY FOR A FREE PRE-EVENT PHOTOSHOOT**

Participants can join in groups or individually and will have the chance to:

  • Walk, Choreograph, or Speak: Choose to simply walk the runway or choreograph a maximum 10-minute segment showcasing your cultural attire.
  • Photography Shoot: Be part of a professional photo shoot, capturing the essence of your group and be featured on our social media channels and Palette magazine ** ONLY FOR SIGN-UPS BEFORE MARCH 13TH **
  • Styling and Makeup: Benefit from the talents of student makeup artists and stylists, ensuring you look your best as you showcase your cultural pride.
  • Music Selection: Select a song that resonates with your cultural presentation, enhancing your runway or choreographed segment.

So, if you're ready to showcase your unique cultural outfits on a stage that celebrates innovation and inclusivity, we invite you to complete the form below to secure your slot at Threads.

FAQS 

  • This opportunity is open to current medical students at the TFOM only, all years and campuses are welcome.
  • You may sign up individually or in groups, if you wish to be placed into a group by us, you may indicate that as well below.
  • Each group can represent as many cultures as they wish, with the requirement that at least one member within the group identifies with each culture that is represented.
  • We encourage you to wear attire that represents your cultural heritage or a culture you identify with. This can range from traditional clothing to modern interpretations that reflect cultural influences. Culture can be national, ethnic, religious, or even relate to specific communities or interest groups.
  • No outfits? No problem. Our Fashion and Design Team can offer advice and support in coordinating your look and getting in touch with ethnic stores to source your clothing.

If you have any questions, please visit our website for more details or contact us at threads.uoft@gmail.com

Warm regards, 

The Threads Organizing Committee

Proudly sponosred by:

  • Ontario Medical Association
  • Hart House Good Ideas Fund
  • Temerty Faculty of Medicine - Office of Inclusion and Diversity EDI Action Fund
  • University of Toronto Medical Society
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Full Name *
Year of study *
Email (UToronto) *
Names and emails (UToronto) for all group members (only one student needs to fill out this form for each group) *
Group name (this can be changed later! you can be as creative as you wish) *
Which culture(s) do you aim to represent? *
What level of familiarity do you have with the aforementioned culture(s)?

Note: Please provide a brief explanation of your familiarity with the chosen culture. If you do not belong to this culture, please mention the personal connections or advisors guiding your performance.

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You will have up to 10 minutes on the stage. Please explain your preliminary vision for your representation of the chosen culture (e.g. whether you are walking or dancing, duration, music, if you will be holding a flag, etc.). You are more than welcome to continue developing these ideas until closer to the event date, this is just so we have an idea of what you are planning.
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Do you have your own outfits?  *
Do you need assistance in finding an outfit(s)? *
Do you understand that, by submitting this form, you and your group members are committing to attend the following:
- Group photoshoot – pictures to be published in a student arts magazine and social media channels  (flexible dates according to your availability, you will have the chance to review/select photos)
- Minimum of 2 meetings with the Threads team (March and April)
- 1 mandatory rehearsal (Date TBD)
- Inter-group meetings within your own team (at your discretion)
- Event day (May 12)
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Do you or your group members have any dietary restrictions? *
Do you or your group members have any accessibility needs?
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To purchase your tickets and secure your spot, please e-transfer the suggested minimum donation of $5 per model in your group to layan.elfaki@mail.utoronto.ca and indicate your name in the notes, or the names of all of your group members if you are e-transferring on everyone's behalf. If funding is an issue, please contact us via e-mail prior to submitting this form. Please provide the e-transfer number(s) below. *
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