100 Women Season 2015 Episode 1 - Alek Wek - Supermodel and Campaigner for Refugees

Airdate: 2015-Nov-23

Episode summary:

In just ten years Alek Wek went from dodging bullets in the south of Sudan to becoming one of the world's most sought after models. As a teenager she made the perilous journey to London, seeking asylum, and before long broke into the fashion industry at a time when dark-skinned models were rare. She now campaigns for victims of war as one of UNHCR's goodwill ambassadors. She tells Anne Soy her remarkable story.

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High-profile women from the spheres of entertainment, sport, business and politics speak to BBC presenters about their work, life and ambitions.Show more >