Harmony Ilunga

Harmony Ilunga is a Congolese model, entrepreneur and Hong Kong-based activist who moved to the city at the age of 12 as a refugee. Having experienced racial prejudice and rejection as an aspiring model, she started Harmony HK, a social enterprise that grew from an annual fashion show to a modelling agency advocating for diversity and inclusion.

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Harmony Ilunga is a Congolese model, entrepreneur and Hong Kong-based activist who moved to the city at the age of 12 as a refugee. Having experienced racial prejudice and rejection as an aspiring model, she started Harmony HK, a social enterprise that grew from an annual fashion show to a modelling agency advocating for diversity and inclusion.

Three words to describe yourself:

Strong, independent, beautiful.

Celebrity crush:

Kylian Mbappé.

Go-to karaoke song:

“Know You” by Ladipoe Ft. Simi.

Favourite book:

Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. It teaches about life – reminding us to be grateful for what we have and to treasure time.

Who is your #legend?

My mum and Rihanna, because they’re both badasses.

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