The 2019 Hogwarts Alumni Reunion was dedicated to social justice and a spirit of change. Our host convention, Arisia, went through some disturbing accusations of consent violation in their leadership. Said leadership was removed, but we decided if we were going to participate in the con this year our presence there needed to make a strong statement advocating for continued change rather than a return to status quo. Our party was dedicated to fundraising for BARCC (Boston Area Rape Crisis Center) and partygoers who put cash into the goody bag were able to pull a donated prize out. Many people took home secret keeper necklaces, angel wing charms, and even some excellent socks (Dumbledore's favorite, as well as Dobby's).
$224 were raised at the party and we rounded it up to $250. Donations can be made online to BARCC at any time: https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/1852671
$224 were raised at the party and we rounded it up to $250. Donations can be made online to BARCC at any time: https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/1852671
Fave costume of the evening was the creative and feisty Whomping Willow, complete with custom-dyed green boxing wraps and a flying Ford Anglia on the back!
Alumni got creative with new spells for social justice and change, including "Wingardium Intersectionosa" and "Obama Patronum."
Alumni got creative with new spells for social justice and change, including "Wingardium Intersectionosa" and "Obama Patronum."