The world is currently transitioning and this is the perfect time to have these uncomfortable conversations. 

Back in 2011 after graduating with a Fashion Promotion BA(Hons), I landed an internship with a well known Fashion Public Relations company. I left after almost 3 years because of the subtle racism in that space.

The lack of diversity and opportunity within the fashion department drove me away 9 years but after a catch up with an old colleague of mine who stayed there after I left, confirmed that lack of diversity and opportunity remained the same ( She is no longer there and Yes, she is black) 

So you can imagine my horror!! When said company posted a #BlackLivesMatter on their social media platforms. Yes, Black Lives Matter and Yes, we want everyone to stand behind this as this is the only way a change will come. HOWEVER!! Saying this while not practicing is a slap on every Black/POC employee and interns who have ever stepped in that building. 

I am not speaking on behalf of anyone else, these views are ALL my own and this is my PERSONAL account of my experience working in that toxic environment. 

Why now!? As I said, the world is transitioning, and if not today then when? When will we make these Fashion companies accountable for their behaviours?  

The lack of diversity and opportunity for Black people within these big Fashion companies needs to be addressed. 

If my voice is not loud enough, please encourage those with bigger platforms to speak. 

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