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Adut Akech, Top Model: On Inclusivity

The Sudanese refugee is currently one of the top models in the world. See what she has to say about the role of inclusivity in fashion.

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PARIS, France — Adut Akech opens up about what inclusivity means to her as a black model, and explores some of the hidden issues that inclusivity also covers, that are often glossed over. The Sudanese refugee is currently one of the top fashion models in the world and is now the face of Valentino's new fragrance campaign.

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