I am from Ghana, and although Ghana is celebrated as a relatively peaceful country in a historically war-torn region, the issues of… — Philomena Kwao Am Copy Share Image
While education is hugely important, the ways in which women are portrayed in their communities are equally important. Portraying women as victims… — Philomena Kwao Ability Copy Share Image
Growing up, I had body confidence issues, not really so much because of size but my skin color. I had trouble recognizing… — Philomena Kwao Beautiful Copy Share Image
Sometimes you never realise how much of an effect you're having on people until you're told, and the fan mail I receive… — Philomena Kwao Effect Copy Share Image
The #SwimSexy campaign is redefining standards of beauty, and I'm proud to be a part of it. My hope is that this… — Philomena Kwao Beauty Copy Share Image
Plus-sized women have been told for so long to cover up. Whether it's with a one-piece, a tankini, a bikini with a… — Philomena Kwao Bikini Copy Share Image
I think, for so long, women of different sizes have been pigeonholed, and with every campaign, it's always an adaptation of making… — Philomena Kwao Fashion Copy Share Image
Because of social media, it's bridged the gap between the advertisers and fashion and allowed people to find their group. It really… — Philomena Kwao Fashion Copy Share Image
One misconception I think is wrong is that being a larger size means, somehow, that you're neglecting your body, or you don't… — Philomena Kwao Body Copy Share Image
Women of all ethnicities, complexions, and sizes want to be able to wear makeup and nice clothes. No one wants to go… — Philomena Kwao Clothes Copy Share Image
When I finally discovered the 'Sports Illustrated' swimsuit issue, I browsed through archives and saw a picture of an incredibly stunning model,… — Philomena Kwao Archives Copy Share Image
I've been lucky enough to do a few editorials in the U.K., but I've never even been on a casting for mainstream… — Philomena Kwao Casting Copy Share Image
When I started, there was only one other girl that I could name that was even close to my shade. I didn't… — Philomena Kwao Beauty Copy Share Image
There's not many models in the U.S. that have my depth - like, really dark skin - that are also plus size.… — Philomena Kwao Color Copy Share Image
War and armed conflict disproportionately affect women and can turn what is supposed to be a joyous and beautiful experience - childbirth… — Philomena Kwao Beautiful Copy Share Image
My goal is always to help other women with programs that help them live better lives, especially is areas where health care… — Philomena Kwao Goals Copy Share Image
The brands that choose to use me, my agency and social media have given me a face and a voice. — Philomena Kwao Agency Copy Share Image
Magazines don't go far enough to be inclusive and have at least have one model representing every major skin tone. — Philomena Kwao Enough Copy Share Image
By being present and being true, I believe that, in my own way, I am promoting diversity. — Philomena Kwao Believe Copy Share Image
For me, diverse beauty is an affirmation of every single person in his or her own skin. — Philomena Kwao Affirmation Copy Share Image
Celebrate the things that make you individual and unique, and realize that there's no one in this world that looks like you. — Philomena Kwao Celebrate Copy Share Image
As a woman of color and curve model, I never imagined when I started modeling that I would be featured in the… — Philomena Kwao Modeling Copy Share Image
I think that the plus-size industry has been great with size diversity, but it hasn't really been great for skin tone diversity. — Philomena Kwao Diversity Copy Share Image
If a brand wants a specific girl, they want a specific girl, wherever you are. — Philomena Kwao Brand Copy Share Image
I try my best to stay healthy by paying attention to the ingredients in foods and trying to make sure my food… — Philomena Kwao Attention Copy Share Image
I think it's just that the fashion industry can only accept one thing at a time. It's like, 'OK, well, if we're… — Philomena Kwao Accept Copy Share Image
There is beauty everywhere. But if I had to narrow it down, I absolutely adore Beyonce. She's the ultimate icon for me.… — Philomena Kwao Beauty Copy Share Image
I believe I'm beautiful because I'm me. I also believe that if you can find beauty in everything, you can allow that… — Philomena Kwao Beautiful Copy Share Image
I think the fashion industry and the media industry in general have a responsibility to make sure that they celebrate the rich… — Philomena Kwao Beauty Copy Share Image
I think the real problem is all the negative connotations people have with that term. They think, 'Oh my God! I don't… — Philomena Kwao Beauty Copy Share Image
I think that we need to allow words to be words. If my self-esteem and my self-worth linger on words that are… — Philomena Kwao I think Copy Share Image
I try not to assign labels to myself. Sometimes I shop in the plus section, and sometimes I don't. I feel we… — Philomena Kwao Labels Copy Share Image
Fast fashion, whilst having increased the accessibility of stylish clothes for millions, has unfortunately resulted in many horrific practises, such as child… — Philomena Kwao Around the world Copy Share Image
I grew up in the U.K. and now reside in the United States, and my family is from Ghana. — Philomena Kwao Family Copy Share Image
