Elected miss Belle en forme and mister Beau en forme during the national final in Cognac this Saturday in Charente, the two representatives from Nord-Pas-de-Calais achieved a historic double since the creation of the regional committee.
“Raising awareness of the devastating effects of discrimination”
The duo of Northerners, Elodie Krudos, from Cambrai, and Matthieu Geeraert, from Bavinchove, crowned in Charente want to take advantage of the national sash to fight against fatphobia. “ But also homophobiaspecifies Elodie, the successful winner against 11 candidates. My commitment goes beyond elegance and tolerance. I want to raise public awareness of the devastating effects of this discrimination by organizing workshops for young people and inform people against the devastating effects of fatphobia and homophobia. »
A revenge
« For me, it's not just a reward, it's revenge for the harassment and prejudices due to forms that have affected me throughout my life, Matthew testifies. A curvy person has the same rights as everyone else. She must be able to take charge and walk with her head held high. I am ready to lead the fight to support people unfortunately. »