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Trailblazing SI Swim Models Leyna Bloom, Roshumba Williams on Value of Representation

The brand legends had a powerful, inspiring conversation on the importance of inclusivity in the industry, and how the franchise has been a true champion of diversity.

Ananya Panchal

SI Swimsuit Legends Leyna Bloom and Roshumba Williams Talk Inclusivity in the Modeling Industry
SI Swimsuit Legends Leyna Bloom and Roshumba Williams Talk Inclusivity in the Modeling Industry /

SI Swimsuit Legends Roshumba Williams and Leyna Bloom sat down for a powerful, candid conversation about diversity and inclusion in the modeling and fashion industries. The history-making duo chatted about their personal legacies and philosophies on representation while celebrating the launch of the 60th anniversary issue in Florida last month.

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Ananya Panchal
ANANYA PANCHAL

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit. Before joining SI Swimsuit in 2022, she worked at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. When she is not writing or doom-scrolling on social media, Panchal can be found playing sudoku, rewatching One Tree Hill or trying new restaurants. She's also a coffee and chocolate (separately) enthusiast. Panchal has a bachelor’s in communications and journalism from Boston University.

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