Talks at Google Naomi Campbell | Speaking Truth to Power
Jul 11, 2025
Naomi Campbell, one of the original supermodels, shares her journey from runway icon to a force for social change. She discusses using her platform for environmentalism and human rights through her nonprofit, Fashion for Relief. Naomi reflects on the importance of resilience and representation, especially during the pandemic. She also delves into her decision to start a YouTube channel, the challenges of parenting, and embraces her Jamaican and Chinese heritage, underscoring the significance of authenticity and community in navigating identity.
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Adapt and Stay Positive
- Adapt quickly and maintain positivity by taking life one day at a time.
- Stay extremely active to keep anxiety and sadness at bay during challenging times.
Pandemic Sparks Creativity and Milestones
- Naomi celebrated unexpected milestones like her 50th American Vogue cover and a docuseries with fellow supermodels.
- The pandemic enabled creative projects to come together faster than normal times would allow.
Pandemic Fosters Compassion and Voice
- The pandemic has enhanced compassion and resource sharing among people, revealing a new sense of community.
- People are more aware of their voice and the importance of being heard for global change.