# Shocking Supermodel Infograhpics The Model Alliance Studies Expose Alarming Statistics By Jordy E | Published 2012-03-19 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-model-alliance References: [fashionindie](http://fashionindie.com/model-alliance-survey/) & [modelalliance.org](http://modelalliance.org/model-alliance-support) The Model Alliance is a non-profit organization seeking to improve the working conditions of models in the fashion industry. In their latest anonymous survey, the group gathered their data from a poll of 85 whose average age was 26. Although a smaller sample, the study consistently revealed alarming responses. According to the investigation, 54.7% of models enter the field between the ages of 13 and 16, a concerning reality given this age group’s high susceptibility to peer pressure. To make matters worse, over half of the participants had been exposed to cocaine, while 76.5% of the respondents confirmed their proximity to other unnamed drugs and/or alcohol. The Model Alliance is trying to undo the effects of these startling statistics. Although this vocation may cater to a [younger age group](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen-a-z-hub), the association wants to provide a reliable support system for the unjustly violated. The Model Alliance Support is a part of this objective and is a medium through which [confidential abuse claims](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/her-sovereignty-project) may be made. With an array of disconcerting findings, the Model Alliance will certainly be gaining some new advocates. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Activism](https://www.trendhunter.com/activism) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Teen Models:** The trend of using young models for fashion campaigns raises ethical concerns and creates opportunities for developing new guidelines and regulations. - **Model Safety:** Growing concern for the safety and working conditions of models is driving a need for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Abuse Reporting:** The trend towards confidential abuse reporting systems to support models in the fashion industry requires new technologies and protocols for ensuring safe and secure reporting. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry is facing disruption due to increased attention on the safety and working conditions of models, creating opportunities for ethical and responsible innovation. - **Social Services:** The growing need for confidential abuse reporting systems in the fashion industry creates opportunities for innovation in social services and technology. - **Youth Advocacy:** The alarming statistics on the age of models and potential drug use demand innovation in youth advocacy and support. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Fashion Photography Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio.md) - [Child Protection Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-childrens-alliance.md) - [Cross-Cultural Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models.md) - [Mental Health-Protective Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cost-of-beauty-a-dove-film.md) - [Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thefaceof10.md) - [AI Fashion Model Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-fashion-model.md) - [At-Risk Youth-Targeted Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacific-links-foundation.md) - [Campaign-Quality GenAI Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelz-digital-twins.md) - [Abuse Awareness Beauty Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abuse-awareness-1.md)