Pretty Hurts: Preserving the Person Behind the Image

Pretty Hurts: A Conference on Beauty, Identity, Healing & Empowerment

Behind every beautiful face is a story worth hearing. Behind every strong woman is a journey worth honoring.

Join Purposed Community Impact, Inc. and 100 Black Men for Pretty Hurts, an empowering afternoon of meaningful conversations, personal reflection, connection, and encouragement.

Pretty Hurts creates a welcoming space to explore the pressures, expectations, and experiences that shape how we see ourselves, how we define beauty, and how we navigate our personal and professional lives.

Through authentic dialogue and shared experiences, we will examine the connection between beauty standards, self-worth, identity, emotional wellness, and the courage to embrace who we truly are.

What Can You Expect?

• Powerful Conversations: Thought-provoking discussions about identity, confidence, personal growth, and societal expectations.
• Authentic Perspectives: Hear from speakers and panelists sharing valuable insights, experiences, and practical encouragement.
• A Space for Reflection: Explore the expectations we carry, the challenges we overcome, and the importance of prioritizing our well-being.
• Meaningful Connections: Engage with individuals who value empowerment, personal development, and community.
• Encouragement to Grow: Leave with fresh perspectives, renewed confidence, and inspiration to embrace your authentic self.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Location: Pathway Financial Education, Kansas City, Missouri

Hosted by: Purposed Community Impact, Inc.

Community Partner: 100 Black Men

Why Attend?

Because sometimes the most important conversations are the ones we rarely make space to have.

Pretty Hurts is more than a conference. It is an opportunity to challenge perceptions, celebrate resilience, encourage healing, and remind one another that our value extends far beyond outward appearances.

Whether you come to listen, learn, share, or simply connect, there is a place for you in this conversation.

Your beauty is not your burden. Your story matters. Your voice deserves to be heard.

Reserve your spot today and join us for an afternoon of purpose, perspective, and empowerment!