“2014 was a terrible year for me. I got a lot of help from psychiatrists, doctors, and my family, but also from group therapy. I met people from so many different backgrounds, and we were all able to relate to each other. It felt like a real community, and I stole that concept for Gurls Talk.”

British fashion model and actress

Adwoa Aboah is a British fashion model and actress. She has become known for her work in high-profile fashion magazines and for founding Gurls Talk. In 2017, she appeared on the cover of British Vogue and was named Model of the Year by the fashion industry through models.com. She has also appeared on the covers of American Vogue, Vogue Italia, Vogue Poland, and i-D. Gurls Talk is a platform that offers resources and a safe space for young women and girls to talk about mental health.