A Moment of History at New York Fashion Week When deaf model Antonella Ghonda stepped onto the runway at New York Fashion Week (NYFW) with an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter by her side, it wasn’t just a walk — it was a statement. For the Belgian-born, Maryland-based model, this was both a personal milestone and a defining moment for disability inclusion in fashion. “At first, it was hard,” Ghonda shared. “But I kept manifesting for the industry to become easier and more accessible for me. This was the first time I had a sign language interpreter at a major show, and it meant so much to me.” Her … Continue reading ANTONELLA GHONDA — THE DEAF MODEL REDEFINING FASHION’S FUTURE