Luton, Bedfordshire - 16 September 2025
The Trauma Healing Collective proudly hosted its 4th Annual Evening of Elegance on Saturday, 13th September 2025, at the prestigious Crescent Hall, Luton. The sold out event brought together over 100 women, sisters, friends, and supporters, who arrived to celebrate a night of unity, empowerment, and healing.
From the moment guests entered the beautifully decorated venue, they were immersed in an atmosphere of warmth, sophistication, and joy. Every detail, from the thoughtfully designed setting to the uplifting ambience, was crafted to create a safe, welcoming space where women could feel celebrated and connected.
The evening was hosted by founder, Kamillah Lacey, who opened with an inspiring reflection on the Collective’s achievements over the past year. Guests were then engaged in a lively general knowledge quiz, sparking friendly competition among tables for the title of quiz champions.
The programme flowed seamlessly thanks to the dedication of the Collective’s volunteers, whose behind-the scenes work ensured the evening’s success.
Among the highlights were moving speeches from two courageous women, sharing their journeys of survival and strength after domestic violence. Their stories deeply resonated with the audience, reinforcing the Collective’s mission to provide a platform for healing and hope.
Sponsors also took to the stage with messages of encouragement. Manaaz Akhtar from Luton Rising headline sponsors and Saiqa Ali from SWAN gold sponsor both praised the Collective’s tireless commitment to supporting women and fostering resilience within the community.
Guests enjoyed a carefully curated experience including boutique shopping stalls, adelicious three course dinner, interactive games, and opportunities to connect with one another in an atmosphere of celebration. The evening built to an exciting close with a charity auction, prize-giving, and awards for Best Dressed and Runner-Up.
In her closing remarks, Kamillah Lacey expressed heartfelt gratitude to all attendees, sponsors, and volunteers who made the event possible: “Evening of Elegance is more than just a night out, it is a sanctuary where healing, joy, and sisterhood can thrive together. Each year we grow stronger as a community, and we cannot wait to welcome everyone back next September for our 5th anniversary celebration.” The 5th Annual Evening of Elegance will return in September 2026, promising to be an even greater milestone for The Trauma Healing Collective and the women it serves.
About The Trauma Healing Collective
The Trauma Healing Collective is a community based organisation dedicated to supporting Muslim, Black and Asian women affected by trauma, domestic violence, abuse, mental health and hardship. Through events, holistic therapy, workshops, and peer support, the Collective provides safe spaces for healing, growth, and empowerment.
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