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Addressing dismal working conditions in a glamorous industry

In February, “Econ Extra Credit” is watching “Invisible Beauty,” a documentary portrait of activist Bethann Hardison focused on her fight to improve working conditions for Black fashion models.
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These Models Marched the SAG-AFTRA Picket Lines. Now They’re Fighting Against AI ‘Digital Blackface’ and Working for ‘Glorified Pimps’

Alyssa Sutherland was 15 years old when she was discovered by a modeling scout in her native Australia. As soon as the 5’11” strawberry blonde finished high school at the age of 17, she moved to New ...

France moves to suspend Shein’s online market over listings for illegal weapons and sex dolls

France’s government said Wednesday it is moving toward suspending access to the Shein online marketplace until it proves its content conforms to French law.
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Why the fashion industry’s commitment to diversity feels like a fad

In February, “Econ Extra Credit” is watching “Invisible Beauty,” a documentary portrait of activist Bethann Hardison, focused on her fight to improve working conditions for Black fashion models.