A note from my guest editor: @donatella_versace “I am thrilled to be Special Guest Editor of MISSION Magazine for PRIDE with #TheExpression |ssue.
Together with the amazing team @Missionmagazine and with huge thanks to Editor in Chief @KarinaGivargisoff , we have brought together the most exciting musicians, activists, artists, youths, and more to celebrate the beauty and breadth of self-expression.
Our cover stars @AlexConsani , @AwengChuol , and @GeorgiaPalmer -all look fabulous in @versace . In this exclusive cover story video, they sing along to George Michael’s “Freedom! ‘90,” bringing George’s voice and that groundbreaking moment into the future with fashion’s new generation of supermodels. How relevant his message still is today!”
“I strive to fight for freedom, equity and inclusion every day.” @donatella_versace Mission and I welcome an amazing icon as our Honoree Guest Editor- Donatella Versace
SAVE THE DATE: TOMORROW NIGHT
@solvesundsbostudio and the stars of our photoshoot get candid about masculinity, body image, and self love in a man’s world. Come and join us.
Curated by @daniellismore
LONDON - INVITE ONLY
Wednesday 5th July 6-9pm. Talk starts at 7pm. At @w1curates , 6-9 Timber St, London EC1Y 0TQ
RSVP or DM on Insta if you wish to attend, info@missionmag.org
SAVE THE DATE:
Sølve Sundsbø and the stars of our photoshoot get candid about masculinity, body image, and self love in a man’s world. Come and join us.
LONDON - INVITE ONLY
Wednesday 5th July 6-9pm. Talk starts at 7pm.
At W1 Curates, 6-9 Timber St, London EC1Y 0TQ
RSVP or DM us if you wish to attend. info@missionmag.org
Coming Soon - The United Nations Issue is here. An amalgam of penetrating interviews with the people who have contributed to the UN’s fight for human rights, world peace, and preserving our planet.
Sound On - Issue 6-The BIPOC issue. To me this stands for Brilliant Inspiring People of Courage. To others it stands for Black Indigenous People of Color. It is my honor to continue to give a platform to remarkable people sharing their stories through Mission. The digital issue is a magnificent 443 page salut to this community.
Thank you to an incredible talent, British actor Damson Idris, star of the hit U.S. TV show @snowfallfx ,for being part of this important issue. And thank you to @calvinklein for your support in our mission. You can read the full interview in the new digital issue.
Photography: @julianbpp
Styling: @jermaine_daley
Grooming: @vernonfrancois
Talent: @damsonidris
Words: @junokelly
On set producer: @pinkproduction_carolinatakagi
The deep sense of pride and honor I have with this issue is hard to convey to others. But I particularly liked this comment from @withoutatrace8 on @missionmag “W.O.W - incredible victory for marginalized communities. Grateful to see this.” This is why I do what I do. To be able to give back in any shape or form is the best feeling. I encourage all and everyone to try it at least once. Thank you to all involved in this issue. Print issue out very soon. ❤️
What better way to end a Monday, then a clip with my new BFF! I was privileged to have a conversation with our new supermodel cover guest @elliejg16_zebedeemodel . You’ll never guess who her role model is...You can watch the whole conversation over @missionmagazine . We had such a chuckle ❤️
SOUND ON... BREAKING NEWS....The cover of the latest issue of Mission, The HUMAN Issue could not have had a more perfect cover star in @elliejg16_zebedeemodel . The joy I get in seeing this is indescribable. The reason Mission exists is from the loss of my mother and Downs brother, the final catalyst being my friend getting breast cancer. It has been my fight and determination, often to an unhealthy level, to champion people who deserve to be represented and have their stories told in an authentic way. It has also been my goal since inception to be able to give a donation to an organization that is connected to an issue, that deserves it. This issue it was possible. We are going to be donating $10k to Gigi’s Playhouse NY a centre supporting Downs people. It’s a start. I dedicated this issue to my brother John. I wish he was here to see this, he would love Ellie, her spirit and energy was just like his. He loved dancing too. Thank you to everyone that has helped me come so far, to all the incredible creative people who have donated their time and talent to make this possible, that believe in me and Mission, I am so humbled by the support. And to the creative genius of @solvesundsbostudio . And @anders44@pollyosmond@shonju . And a thank you to @gucci , the first brand to believe in me. And a special thank you to Sally Dawson and Paula Ekenger. ❤️
