Gucci North America Changemakers Scholars Revealed

June 19, 2020

Gucci has unveiled the 2020 class of Gucci North America Changemakers Scholars.

The 20 recipients come from diverse backgrounds and are pursuing various careers within fashion at undergraduate colleges or universities. They will receive an academic scholarship for up to $20,000, in addition to mentorship and virtual internship opportunities through Gucci America. But the money awarded last week is just the start. Over the course of the next four years, Gucci says it plans (via these scholarship programs) to invest $1.5 million into a new, diverse generation of fashion designers, equipping them with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in the ever-changing world of fashion.

“As education is vital to implementing real change and ensuring diverse voices are in positions of power, it is more important than ever to foster the next generation of talent,” said Antoine Phillips, Vice President of Brand & Culture Engagement at Gucci, in a statement. “I loved learning about each inspiring applicant along with our Changemakers Council and we are excited to see what they do next and how they help transform the fashion industry. I am proud to be part of a company that empowers this inaugural class of visionary Changemakers.”

Established in March 2019, the Gucci North America Changemakers Scholarship program is part of the relaunched Gucci Equilibrium platform, which details the company’s commitment to generate positive change for people and the planet. The scholarship program provides funds to undergraduate students with unmet financial needs pursuing careers in fashion.

Congratulations to the Gucci North America Changemakers Scholars:

Astrid Viera, currently a high school senior who will be attending Mt. San Jacinto College
Celeste Haselrig, currently a college freshman attending Parsons
Destinee Elliott, currently a college freshman attending Thomas Jefferson University
Diop Russell, currently a college sophomore attending Spelman College
Fabiola Lopez, currently a college freshman attending Azusa Pacific University
Gabrielle DeLeon, currently a college freshman attending FIT
Gideon Gomm, currently a college freshman attending Parsons
Jasmine Bacchus, currently a college junior at Brown University
Kaitlyn Gilliam, currently a college junior at Howard University
Kristian Brown, currently a college sophomore at FIT
Malachi Williams, currently a high school senior who will be attending Hunter College
Marcus Williams, currently a college sophomore at University of Southern California: School of Cinematic Arts & Marshall School of Business
Marie France Mendy, currently a college sophomore at Cornell University
Maya Davis, currently a high school senior who will be attending Bowling Green State University
Miles Richards, currently a high school senior who will be attending College for Creative Studies Detroit
Nailah Barnes, currently a college sophomore at Spelman College
Nicole Scott, currently a college freshman at the University of Cincinnati
Sekoi Cooper, currently a college junior at Parsons
Glory Lee, currently a college freshman at Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design
Trevon Barnes, currently a college sophomore at FIT.

And to the Gucci North America Changemakers x CFDA Scholars By Design:

Ajai Kasim, currently a high school senior who will be attending Parsons
Kaya Ugorji, currently a high school senior who will be attending FIT

Applications for next year’s class will open in Fall 2020.

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Written by: Vipology Staff Writer

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