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Israel Bans Use of Underweight Models

By on March 20, 2012 in Newsflash, Read

 It is no surprise that the modeling industry has become synonymous with the weight debate, what is shocking is that governments are finally taking a stand on long-standing issue. Taking the problem into their own hands, Israel put their foot down on the use of underweight models, implementing a new law on Monday March 19, [...]

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Model Alliance — A Catalyst for Change

By on February 23, 2012 in Newsflash, Read

Many models start their careers wide-eyed and naïve, mere hopefuls in an industry filled with hungry hyenas. Often times, these budding catwalkers are taken advantage of physically and financially by those promising a more prosperous future. Keeping these prosperous promises is the Model Alliance, founded by model Sara Ziff, 29, an industry competitor since age 14. [...]

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