Hello,

We are a dedicated group of sociology honours students at the University of British Columbia who have poured our hearts and souls into our undergraduate theses. After a year of intense research and analysis, we have been given the incredible opportunity to present our work at the Canadian Sociological Association (CSA) conference in Montreal this June. This conference is a prestigious event where scholars from around Canada gather to discuss the latest sociological research and ideas.

However, as passionate as we are about our research, we are facing financial constraints that threaten to prevent us from attending this conference. Travel expenses, conference registration fees, and accommodation costs add up quickly, and as students, we simply do not have the means to cover these expenses on our own.

That's why we are reaching out to our community for support. By donating to our cause, you will not only help us cover the costs of attending the CSA conference but also enable us to share our research with a wider audience, gain valuable feedback, and contribute to the advancement of our academic careers.

Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference. Your support will not only help us achieve our academic goals but also inspire us to continue pursuing our passion for sociology. Thank you for considering our request!

As an incentive, here are some promises if we attain the following fundraising goals:

**Image was created by Julia Dhillon & inspired by Dr. Rima Wilkes' SOCI 310 lecture on Nov. 1, 2023, titled "Is Vancouver a Great Place to Live?" - wherein Dr. Wilkes iconically photoshopped an image of herself with George Clooney on the red carpet.

Also, Pearl requested the white heart emojis.