A brief history of AFMAA
Africa Models and Agencies Association (AFMAA) is a registered Trust with Princess Mercy Mushaninga as Chairperson and Madam Rose Moyo Chigwida as the Trustee Executive
AFMAA is an association which Models, Model
Students, Agencies, and other players in the fashion and beauty industry can be
members of this association which was established in 2011 at Batanai Gardens in
Harare, Zimbabwe. The AFMAA aims to
protect models around Africa from any forms of abuse in an ethical and fair manner, empower models and assist
individuals on how to open and run successful Modelling Agencies, Scouting
Agencies, how to host Pageants, Fashion Shows, and how to write proposals for
modeling events
MODELS ABUSE
Abuse against models is part of what is stopping models achieving equality. The widespread experience of abuse limits model's freedom and choices, and forces them to make calculations about what is and is not safe for them to do. Models who suffer abuse in childhood and as adults are often traumatized and can have serious long-term mental health problems as well as sometimes being less able to trust others. It is our responsibility you and me to put an end to this abuse, don`t live in fear come and report to Africa Models Law Authority (AMOLA) our lawyers are ready to help you. Become a member of AFMAA in support against models abuse. Fill in the form below and send to
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Ethical Behavior - We act ethically by putting the Models interest first, communicating openly and consistently demonstrating professional integrity.
Innovation - We are not satisfied with the status quo; we value creativity and well-considered risk-taking as means to achieve the Africa Models and Agencies Association success.
Leadership - We have the courage and energy to step outside the existing culture, to start evolutionary, meaningful and sustainable change by creating new realities, empowerment and protection of the models.
Professionalism - We are capable, lifelong learners, who model the competencies associated with our field, specialty or area of expertise.
Respect - We will avoid drama by exhibiting civility, empathy and restraint.
Responsibility - We are accountable, take ownership, and are receptive to feedback, whether favorable or unfavorable, in everything we do that concerns the protection of Models.
Teamwork - We work cooperatively with Models, Agencies, Photographers and Designers in a collegial and supportive manner to meet common goals that has models at heart.