For Black History Month, Reitmans initiated a collaboration between Dulcedo model, Milly and artist Kezna Dalz to promote empowerment, self-love and inclusivity. 

Milly was asked to write a powerful quote that would honour black women and spread positivity. Milly’s was interpreted into a beautiful illustration by Kezna Dalz.

"I have chosen to no longer be apologetic for my BLACKNESS, I matter equally."

I’m currently based in Montreal but I am originally from Burundi (East Africa). What I love about my culture is mostly the togetherness, the hospitality, good food, how we rely on each other, the traditional music, and so much more.

I wouldn’t say that I have faced so many challenges based on my nationality, but simply based on being black. When you identify as Black, you face a host of challenges and discrimination that other counterparts would not give a second thought. From being denied access to opportunities, to worrying about how a resume appears, wondering if we can be our authentic self at work without repercussions, to being the only person in the workplace to represent their community— we face dozens of everyday hurdles, small and large, that impact our career trajectory and ability to simply make a living.