As it reported in its most recent size inclusivity report, Vogue Business found that of 8,703 looks in 198 most recent autumn/winter fashion shows, only 2 percent of models were midsize and only 0.3 percent were plus-size. Comparing to figures from spring fashion shows – which took place last September and October – these numbers…
“I’m at this point where I view the diversity of the models on a brand’s website as a litmus test for their ethics, and if I want my dollar going towards them.” How many people reading this have decided against buying an item of clothing because when they look at the listing on the website,…
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) – The Junior League of Albany hosted an event with the goal of teaching children and their parents about making healthy lifestyle choices. “Kids in the Kitchen” was held on Feb. 22 in the Albany Mall. There were stations available for families to visit throughout the mall. One station was a cooking…
Sarah Tong, co-founder and CEO, Big Bang Academy: For transforming STEM education and inspiring young girls and women to lead in science “Because of what I do, I am in two of the fields where women are still under-represented: in STEM and in entrepreneurship. Globally, women make up over half of all students who have…
Young athletes also show9 improved confidence, higher grades, less time on social media (which negatively impacts well-being), improved social connections, improved teamwork and sportsmanship, improved self-esteem, positive goal-setting, better time management, improved sleep, less drug and alcohol abuse, and fewer teen pregnancies. Source link
A celebrated plus-size model in China has openly shared her transformative journey of overcoming appearance anxiety and now confidently and joyfully pursues her work. At 29 years old, Gong Zhen, standing 170cm tall and weighing 80kg, has emerged as a prominent figure in the fashion industry. She has been photographed more than 700 times for…