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Native America Calling: Changing the face of Indigenous modeling
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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Modeling is seen as glamorous work. But there are frequent complaints that its commitment to diversity is barely skin deep.

Indigenous models are making names for themselves and are insisting on better representation in an industry doesn’t always present beauty accurately or sensitively. In addition to exemplifying physical beauty, they are raising their voices against stereotypes and toxic environments that discourage diverse voices.

Native America Calling will talk with Indigenous models about what it means to represent Indigenous people and culture on the runway.

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