Meet the South Sudanese rising star model who's looking to make a difference.
Scouted on the streets of Adelaide back in 2018, Akur signed to IMG Models shortly after that. A self-proclaimed introvert, she credits her newfound career with expanding her horizons. “You get a chance to work with some amazing clients, meet interesting people, and sometimes see yourself displayed on billboards or in stores. It’s an interesting feeling, [but] hard to articulate,” she shared post-season.
Akur’s early experiences inform her current outlook. Eager to use her fashion platform to raise awareness about the issues migrants face, she cites supermodel Alek Wek as an example of how to use the industry to advance altruistic causes. “I have a special place in my heart for her, she has done a lot for migrants and has donated to the camp in Kakumba. I’m inspired by her impact and will try my hand at the same when my time comes,” she says.
Even with the nerve-wracking castings and nonstop schedule, Akur is thankful for the opportunities she’s been granted. “I take everything I do seriously, my work ethic is my best quality, and I put my best foot forward regardless of client,” she says. “It’s a blessing to be able to do what I do, so if someone wants to work with me, I do my best to show them great respect and professionalism as I hope to receive the same back.
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