Black girls, I feel, rock, in so many ways, especially coming from five girls. Alek Wek blackcomefeel Change image and share on social
Beauty does not mean one thing but not something else. Alek Wek beautything Change image and share on social
True beauty is born through our actions and aspirations and in the kindness we offer to others. Alek Wek actionaspirationbear Change image and share on social
I think the fashion industry has gotten to a place where it is embarrassing. Alek Wek embarrassfashionindustry Change image and share on social
Starting modeling in the '90s, it was quite surreal. They were like, 'You're so different! So weird! So bizarre!' And I'm like, 'I'm so normal. What are you talking about?' Alek Wek 90sbizarremodele Change image and share on social
If my mother hadn't encouraged me, I would be nervous and feeling like I'm doing something wrong. Alek Wek encouragefeltmother Change image and share on social
I believe we should utilise any power we have for important issues that are bigger and beyond us. Whether it's with refugees or working to educate kids. I don't think you need to have gone through a civil war to do something. I believe as human beings, we can look out for each other. Alek Wek beingbigcivil share on social
My mother has always instilled in us that we should carry ourselves with dignity despite the horror that came with the civil war. She also taught us that where you come from is very important because that's what makes you who you are. So for me, whatever I've gone through had profoundly shaped me; it has given me strength and unwavering faith. Alek Wek carrycivildignity share on social