Tommy Hilfigerさんのインスタグラム写真 - (Tommy HilfigerInstagram)「Today we are launching the People’s Place Program, which will seek to advance the representation of black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) within the fashion and creative industries.⁣ ⁣ Centering around Partnerships, Career Access and Industry Leadership, an initial minimum commitment of $5 million in annual funding will be made for the next three years.⁣ ⁣ “What is happening to Black communities in the US and around the world has no place in our society. The fact that it has continued to exist in our industry – overtly and systemically – is unacceptable. We are far behind where we should be in achieving diverse representation. It shouldn’t have taken us this long to acknowledge that, but we are determined and committed to changing it going forward. We will be intentional, fearless and unwavering in the actions we take. Through the People’s Place Program, we will use our platform to create opportunities and stand up for what is right.” - @thomasjhilfiger⁣ ⁣ The program takes its name from Tommy Hilfiger’s first store which opened in 1969 in his hometown of Elmira, New York. At only 18 years old, Tommy created the People’s Place as a dedicated space for people from all walks of life to come together to enjoy art, music, fashion and pop culture. Shaped by the cultural revolution of the 1960s, the original store fostered an exchange of ideas, encouraged authentic self-expression and challenged social norms.⁣ ⁣ It is in this spirit that the new People’s Place Program has been founded and will continue to expand.⁣ ⁣ The program journey starts now, and we will keep you updated as this program evolves. ❤️⁣ ⁣ Photo: Larry Stemerman, Peoples Place partner and co-founder, circa 1970」7月9日 16時00分