When I started modeling, they tried to pay black models less than they paid Caucasian models. I turned down those jobs because I knew what I was worth.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-worth and standing up against discrimination.
Iman's statement reflects her experience as a black model facing wage discrimination compared to her Caucasian counterparts. By choosing to turn down jobs that did not meet her sense of worth, she highlights the need for individuals to recognize their value and advocate for fairness, particularly in industries where inequalities persist.
In practice
During a discussion on fair pay in the fashion industry, this quote reminds us of the importance of advocating for equal compensation.
That is something that my mother instilled in me at a very young age - to know my self-worth. And I have had times again and again in the fashion industry where all of that was tested and I rose to the occasion because I was told that I am worthy and I should be able to walk away from something that is not worthy of me.
You will have to make up for the smallness of your size by your courage and selfless devotion to duty, for it is not life that matters, but the courage, fortitude and determination you bring to it.
Being a pathfinder is to be willing to risk failure and still go on.
When we advocate for violence against women to be eliminated on campuses, we say, 'Well, actually, it's not just on campuses we have to worry about.' We might have to worry about high schools. We might have to worry about police precincts and cars. We might have to worry about public housing.
She had put despair and fear aside, as if they were garments she did not choose to wear.
I walk on the wire; it's my profession, and there are no two high wire walks alike.
This is our special duty, that if anyone specially needs our help, we should give him such help to the utmost of our power.
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