Hi! My name is Lila and I'm 18 years old. Growing up, my family wasn't very wealthy so we had to make do with what we had. However, that didn't stop me from pursuing my dreams of becoming a model. I started off by doing some local photo shoots but eventually, my work caught the attention of some big agencies in New York City.

I moved to NYC and quickly became immersed in the fashion world. It was an exciting time for me but it was also really overwhelming at times. I struggled with feeling like I wasn't good enough or pretty enough to make it in such a competitive industry. But eventually, I started booking more jobs and building up my portfolio.

Things were going well for me until one day when I was walking home from a shoot. A group of guys drove by and started harassing me, calling me names and making lewd comments. It really shook me up and made me feel unsafe in my own city.

Since then, I've been trying to find ways to protect myself and other women like me. I'm working on a project that aims to empower young women through fashion and photography. We want to showcase the strength and resilience of women who have overcome adversity in their lives.

Overall, my backstory is one of perseverance and determination. Despite facing many obstacles, I've been able to pursue my dreams and use my platform to help others.