The Miss Emancipation Queen Pageant is here again and seven phenomenal beauties are vying for the coveted crown.
The pageant is set for Saturday, August 5 at the National Cultural Centre where the delegates will take the stage to compete in several segments including a STEM project.
Pageant Director, Gabriel Atherley, who is a former Miss Emancipation Queen herself, told this publication that all systems are in place for the exciting event.
In fact, prizes have already been secured for the delegates. The Queen will be able to choose between a medical scholarship to the Georgetown American University or a cash voucher. She will also receive a trip for two to Kaieteur Falls, sponsored by the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA).
The first runner-up, meanwhile, will get to go on an Essequibo Day tour, also sponsored by the GTA while the second runner-up will be awarded an Elite Kayaking Day tour, again sponsored by the GTA. The winners will also receive additional prizes for various sponsors.
Moreover, the winner of the Best Smile Prize will be rewarded with a free cleaning, polishing, and teeth whitening service from Smile Guyana Dental Services. The winner of the People’s Choice category will be receiving a free photoshoot by Terrence Thompson Photography.
The most glamorous part of the competition is expected to be the evening gown segment where each of the delegates will get the opportunity to showcase what they determine to be African Royal evening wear.
Let’s get to know the delegates:
DELEGATE #1
NAME: Tryanna Anderson
OCCUPATION: Educator
EDUCATION: Associates Degree in Biology
DELEGATE #2
NAME: Na Shava Thompson
OCCUPATION: Administrative Assistant at Food for the Poor Guyana Inc.
EDUCATION: Diploma in General Psychology, Diploma in Forensic Psychology, Pursuing a Bachelor’s in Psychology
DELEGATE #3
NAME: Alisa McKenzie
OCCUPATION: Survey Technician
EDUCATION: Technical Diploma in Land Surveying, Pursuing an Associate Degree in Mining Engineering
DELEGATE #4
NAME: O’Neilka Bacchus
OCCUPATION: Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst at Forestry
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies
DELEGATE #5
NAME: Jayda Overton
OCCUPATION: Student
EDUCATION: Cape Unit 1 & Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics
DELEGATE #6
NAME: Deneita Fredericks
OCCUPATION: Journalist
EDUCATION: Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Communication
DELEGATE #7
NAME: Aaliyah McKoy
OCCUPATION: Document Controller & Quality Auditor
EDUCATION: Pursing Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management
