Models Join the Movement at the Women’s March Inline
Photo: Courtesy of Dilone / @_dilone1/19Dilone
“The freedom of women’s voices is extremely important not only for myself but for the youth of every gender. I’ve always voiced my opinion and feel comfortable doing so, as it is a cause I am passionate about. My participation is a very organic thing. For the past few months, I have openly expressed my disappointment with the current political climate and have felt its tension both in my personal life (with friends, family) and my professional career. To not be a part of the Women’s March would be shameful, especially as we the people truly are the voices of change.”
Photo: Courtesy of Jillian Mercado / @jilian_mercado2/19Jillian Mercado
“I march because I have been blessed that strong women run in my veins. We unite because [it’s] our bodies, our choice. Walk so that the universe hears us loud and very clear that diversity, LGBTQ, disability, health care, education, Black Lives, climate change, and immigration matter! I march because moving forward is the only direction I know.”
Photo: Courtesy of Rose Gilroy / @rose_gilroy3/19Rose Gilroy
“We march because we are feminists, we are allies, and my family includes survivors of sexual assault, which we will never stand for!”
Photo: Courtesy of Paloma / @paloma4/19Paloma Elsesser
“I am marching because it is my responsibility to my ancestors, who died to afford me the rights I have today. I am marching because we have no choice but to stand up for what is right.”
Photo: Courtesy of Maruita Pring / @marquita_pring5/19Marquita Pring
“I march because I believe all people deserve to be recognized and protected. It wasn’t even an option for me. I knew I had to be there.”
Photo: Courtesy of Danielle Dorchester / @daniel_dorchester6/19Danielle Dorchester
“Marching was an inclusive yet explosive way to publicly reject the dehumanizing and discriminatory rhetoric we’re now all too familiar with and passionately demonstrate that we refuse to give up the fight for equality and acceptance.”
Photo: Courtesy of Gabrielle Richardson / @gabrielle_richardson7/19Gabrielle Richardson
“I’m participating because I believe that all women should have the right to body autonomy and survival. For Muslim women, Islamophobia is a women’s issue; for black women, racism is a women’s issue; for trans women, access to health care and transphobia is a women’s issue. We need to realize we are all different and look toward catering to all our nuanced needs. We need to not only see each other survive, but we need to see each other thrive. My love for other women and wanting to see them succeed and have basic human rights is what brings me out to this march. We are the future.”
Photo: Courtesy of Danielle Reedman / @danielle_redmann8/19Danielle Redman
“There are a lot of words going around; it’s our job to know the truth and question what’s really going on. Our duty is to protect our people and our rights.”
Photo: Courtesy of Kel Markey / @kelmarkey9/19Kel Markey
“I’m marching for the environment because climate change cannot be ignored. After that five-hour bus ride, I was welcomed with an electrifying atmosphere; we just made history here!”
Photo: Courtesy of Jayne Moore/ @jem4810/19Jayne Moore
“You know, I come from a country of successful female sovereigns, where a female prime minister is old news, where women have been able to make their decisions about their family planning for 50 years already. I come from a family where all the women have been working women, all women married for love, and I was never considered any less worthy or capable than my brothers, so women’s rights were never a factor of my upbringing.
But now I live in this remarkable country that I absolutely love, a country I consider one of opportunity, ambition, and endless potential and where bravery is applauded. And yet there are these glaring contradictions in some of the most important arenas: education, health care, and equality.
As women, we have come so, so far, and I think in this current political climate, to watch that potentially unravel at a time in my life when I am thinking about my own children, my future daughters, my nieces. It’s no longer an option to march or not; it’s too important. We have too much to stand for, too much to lose. I march so that my daughters can have the same blissful ignorance that I grew up with. No daughter of mine will ever be inhibited, persecuted, or kept small because she’s a woman, and no son of mine will ever question a woman’s worth. This is non-negotiable.”
Photo: Courtesy of Luciana Curtis/ @lucurtis11/19Luciana Curtis
“I march for equality, the environment, and human rights, and I do it now so my daughters don’t have to.”
Photo: Courtesy of Yasmin / @12/19Yasmin
“I march because voices of intersectional feminism need to be present; this country will never be free while oppression thrives. This is one of many steps that will need to be taken toward a more peaceful tomorrow.”
Photo: Courtesy of Stella Duval / @stelladuval13/19Stella Duvall
“I participated in the Women's March specifically because I believe in Planned Parenthood, and I will not settle for less than equality for women. Equality must also include rights for trans women, for queer people, for women of color, and women in poverty. I believe birth control and abortion must be human rights regardless of societal status. Finally, I am certain that people joining together in numbers of this size will continue to open the eyes of the unaware and the hateful.”
Photo: Courtesy of Marte Boneschansker./ @marteboneschansker14/19Marte Boneschansker
“I set up this idea, and other models joined in—it was so empowering. I never thought so many girls would join! It has been such an awesome and inspiring day; the energy and vibe were just incredible. No matter what happens next, we’ve got sisters around the globe and we will support each other no matter what!”
Photo: Courtesy of Carlotta Kohl / @carlottiica15/19Carlotta Kohl
“I think it’s important to march. To honor those who have marched before us, who have have made it possible for us to have the rights we have today. We’ve come a long way but our rights are now jeopardy. This is a scary time. We have to continue their legacy to make sure their sacrifice wasn’t in vain.”
Photo: Courtesy of Linz Calhoun / @linzcalhoun16/19Linz Calhoun
“While I understand people’s desire for change and better government, this election is symbolic of dangerous undercurrents in our culture that will have tragic effects on women and minority groups. I marched to defend these hard-won rights that people of the past have fought for, through blood, sweat, and tears, to grant us today!”
Courtesy of Women 360 Management / @women360mGTNN17/19Sigrún Jónsdóttir
"If I won’t march with my sisters to defend our basic rights, then who will?"
Courtesy of Nicole Trunfio / @nictrunfio18/19Nicole Trunfio
“I have never been to a protest before; I am a big believer in setting an example through action gracefully. I also believe in the butterfly effect of change, so even if you can affect those in your inner circle, they can then go out and do the same. It is a very interesting time in America right now; I wanted to be in the thick of the opinions of America’s people and stand with them, peacefully. I believe every human should be treated with respect, compassion, and understanding. We are all the same but come from a different place and experiences and have our own perspectives based on those experiences.
We should let each other thrive as individuals, and not judge because of someone’s race, religion, sexuality, or views. Let us unite as one and have some understanding of the person beside us who is different than we are. I am an advocate for women’s rights and female empowerment. I think that women need to be treated as equals. We don’t want to be treated “like” men; we want to be treated as good and with as much respect as men are. Men and women are different and both have different needs, but everyone deserves the same respect.”
We should let each other thrive as individuals, and not judge because of someone’s race, religion, sexuality or views. Let us unite as one, and have some understanding of the person beside us that is different than we are. I am an advocate for women's rights, and female empowerment. I think that woman need to be treated as equals. We don't want to be treated "like" men, we want to be treated as good and with as much respect as men are. Men and Woman are different and both have different needs, but everyone deserves the same respect."
Photo: Courtesy of Lauren Wasser / @theimpossiblemuse19/19Lauren Wasser
“I marched for women’s reproductive health and awareness. Women’s health is vital to the future and we must get it right. It has been long enough and we’ve had enough. This president (like every and any) has to acknowledge the value we hold. Together we can make a difference. I will continue to keep fighting and take any opportunity to be heard!”
