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Miss Jamzone International 2011: Caribbean Splendor Reloaded!

Miss Guyana Jamzone Jovan Wilson
Miss Guyana Jamzone: Jovan Wilson

Miss Jamzone Guyana 2011, Jovan Wilson has been crowned and congratulated, but the journey has only just begun. Training has intensified ten fold to ensure that our local representative is prepared for the upcoming Miss Jamzone International 2011, where she will meet and compete against a capable assembly of delegates from across the Caribbean region!

The lineup this year has been extended to a whopping eleven delegates in comparison to the subsequent eight, due to the overwhelming feedback we have received from a multitude of countries from around the world. It is obvious that our pageant has attained a national reach since multiple applications were sent from countries including the USA, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Uruguay, Colombia and even Canada as all pageants go everyone couldn’t make the cut. However, the committee is quite confident in the selected group of incredibly skilled, competent young women who are sure to make this year’s pageant an unforgettable event.

The lineup includes several University students, a News reporter and News Anchor all of whom are well versed in pageantry with very impressive portfolios. Our delegates hail from Dominica, Jamaica, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua, Barbados, St Lucia, Suriname, St Kitts and Nevis, Brazil and of course, Guyana. These young ladies will compete in the intelligence, swimsuit, fantasy, beach wear, evening gown and cultural presentation segments for an astounding reward of USD$10,000 in cash, a dazzling crown and rights to the throne!

The Miss Jamzone International Pageant in its second year of existence features as part of the Jamzone Summer Break Weekend, an annual calendar in Guyana. This year Jamzone will feature ten days of fun-packed activities inclusive of jazz and food festivals, sports tournaments and several Super Concerts featuring some of the biggest local, Caribbean and International acts.

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Miss Jamzone Guyana

Amidst nerves and anticipation Nikita Archer proudly stands to represent Guyana

Miss Guyana Jamzone 2010 - Nikita Archer
Miss Guyana Jamzone 2010 - Nikita Archer

The unveiling of the delegates in this year’s Miss Jamzone International 2010 pageant has created quite a buzz among the Guyanese public since the organizing committee has chosen to include Caribbean delegates in the line-up. Nevertheless, the committee assures the public that they have made competent selections based on the applications that were received.

 

Initially, the committee had stated that the local representative would be chosen via a reality show however; due to several uncontrollable problems they could not complete this task. Nevertheless, the team hosted a screening and invited every individual that had applied to participate in this process. Prospective delegates were interviewed before a panel of competent judges and five persons short-listed. The final five completed a similar process and eventually the local ambassador was selected.

Since, Guyanese are anxious to catch a glimpse of the local ambassador we are pleased to introduce to you; an accomplished, eloquent, enthralling Guyanese beauty who proudly represents the land of Eldorado – Meet Miss Jamzone Guyana 2010 Nikita Archer.

This former Bishops High School graduate who speaks fluent Spanish, French, Portuguese and English is currently attached to Queens College High School as a French/Spanish teacher. At just 24 years Nikita is already moving apace on the path to fulfill her goal of being an established linguist and she fervently advocates ‘education’ which she believes is a ‘process of living and not a preparation for future living’.

In a recent interview Ms. Archer described herself as empathetic, flexible and strong in interpersonal skills. She confessed that while she’s somewhat an introvert person her reclusive nature often simulates an air of confidentiality, reliability and a strong sense of self.
This young pioneer is certain that she will whisk away the title of Miss Jamzone International 2010 regardless of the pressure that surrounds being the local ambassador.
In a final statement, Nikita explained that in light of the fact that the general public has expressed concern over the integration of Caribbean delegates in this year’s pageant, she intends to proudly and competently display Guyana’s rich cultural heritage while successfully representing our country at the event. This self-assured beauty is requesting 100% support from her fellow citizens.
If Miss Archer is unable to fulfill her duties the pageant’s organizing committee has already selected an equally competent individual to fill this post.

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Seven to contest Miss Linden 2010 title

A line-up of seven  Linden beauties are carded to contest the Miss Linden Town Week crown and while the delegates are being treated to mixed  comments the organisers are promising that the pageant will be probably the best staged in recent times.

The delegates are Monette Mingo, Wrenea Nikiesha Iana Sydney, Shellon Milling, Ruqayyah Boyer, Rhonda Harry, Shenella Oneshia Thomas and Michon Guillaume. The pageant is set for Saturday May 1, at the Mackenzie Sports Club ground.

Meet some of the delegates for Miss Linden Town Week 2010

Monette MingoDelegates #1

Name: Monette Mingo

D.O.B:  May  28, 1986

Location: Central Amelia’s Ward, Mackenzie, Linden

Education: Burnham Drive Nursery, Christianburg Primary School, Christianburg Wismar Secondary School and Linden Technical Institute

Modest, Obedient, Natural, Exquisite, Talented, Teasing and Exciting are the words Mingo uses to describe herself. She is the youngest of two brothers and two sisters.

A graduate of the Linden Technical Institute she holds a diploma in Computer Science and gained a pass in architectural drawing at the Corner Stone Construction. She aspires to be her own boss.

“I love listening to people and their views on various topics and am inspired by the old saying that a good listener is a good learner,” she said. She has a serious dislike for abusive persons, racism and gossipers.

Shellon Esther Tiffiney MillingDelegate #3

Name: Shellon Esther Tiffiney Milling

In the eyes of many she said she’s seen as sweet, honest, energetic, loving, loyal, obedient and nice! This 17-year-old is born under the zodiac sign of Leo and stands at 161 centimeters tall.

A Blue Berry Hill, Wismar, Linden resident she attended the Wismar Hill Primary School and the New Silver City Secondary School. She’s at present pursuing a diploma in Computer Science at the Linden Technical Institute with plans to further her studies at the University level.

“My aspiration is to become one of Guyana’s most qualified teachers so that I can help build a foundation for future generations since I find it a great pleasure working along with children.”

She has a passion for fashion and pageantry and enjoys hanging out with friends, meeting new people, surfing the internet, keeping my home tidy and most of all sharing happy moments with family. One of her dislikes is an untidy environment.

Ruqayyah BoyerDelegate# 4

Name: Ruqayyah Boyer

Born in Suriname, Ruqayyah, meaning charming, righteous and advancement said she was destined to be a model as she was a long legged infant.  Taurus by zodiac sign, this 19-year-old believes that her perseverance, stamina and stubbornness to excel make her the prosperous young lady she is.

However her professional aspiration is to become an environmental lawyer in keeping with her passion for mother earth and its protection. She also has an interest in being a novelist whilst still attaining a degree in psychology, communications and international relations.

Her education began as Mackenzie Primary School. She went on to complete third form at the ISA Academy before transferring to the Mackenzie High School in Linden where she currently resides.

She passed ten subjects at the CSEC Level I and continued at St. Stanislaus College for two years where she gained eight subjects at Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) and an Associates Degree in General studies.

She now aspires to pursue studies in law at UWI in the near future.

“I have had the pleasure in partaking in school shows and activities nationwide. I was able to perform, live, some of my personal pieces whether music or deaf poetry. I also attended Classique Dance Company where I developed strong technique in hip hop, contemporary, salsa, meringue, ballet, modern and African dances.

She also starred the local film ‘Ole house pun ole house’ part 2. Her other extra curricula activities include volunteering at the national library with the reading circle, doing community work through organizations such as Rotaract, Guyana Youth and Student Movement and Beacon of hope foundation among other charitable ventures.

She participated in the Miss Guyana Talented Teens pageant then went on to represent Guyana at Miss Teen Universal and is currently preparing for the Miss Carnival in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

“I see myself as a paradigm for my peers and would like to set a good example and also do what I can to make Guyana an oasis of excellence.”

Ruqayyah Boyer sees herself as “the essence of a true Guyanese woman who walks with the rhythm of a Caribbean woman and mirrors a feminine grace, beauty, charisma and mental power.

“I am emblematic like my role model Oprah Winfrey and would bring euphoria to anyone who has a close encounter with me”.

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Competing in the Miss Princess of the World was a great experience – Miss Guyana

Miss GuyanaI felt very privileged to have represented Guyana this year, it was great experience said Christine Camacho Guyana’s representative to the just concluded Miss Princess of the World Pageant in the Czech Republic. Reflecting she said that she was given a lot of attention the minute she arrived and was introduced. According to her she was even rated most beautiful overall at the end of the contest given “my mixture of Indian, Amerindian & Portuguese appearance which made me  look much different from the European girls” As a result she  credits this to being the reason she probably got the most request for photos by guests and national directors.

In her opinion she did excellent in the PC discipline where she challenged the other girls in networking with the advantage of a good English background but in the end Miss Lithuania won the Princess title while Italy was second and Venezuela  placed  third.  For the pageant she took a taste of the Guyanese Amerindian Culture in  her costume which depicted Amerindian Heritage-our indigenous people. Her talent piece was an Indian classical dance which was also different from all the other dances presented. While in the Czech Republic included tours to the castles with golden walls where Kings & Queens used to live, palaces, chapels, city cruise, museums, caves, etc. as well as to places where ordinary visitors couldn’t access, shopping areas etc.

She recalls the challenge of having to adapt the cold weather, but managed to stay healthy and energetic unlike many others who had to visit hospitals.

Among all these pluses on her side when asked what caused her to not win or place even in the top nine she said “I did my best, sold Guyana as much as possible since those people didn’t know of Guyana, however had Guyanese supported more and voted online I would have had a better chance of reaching to the top 9.”

Christine Camacho also noted that had Guyanese supported her online “It would have surely built my popularity”. Nevertheless, she is happy that she has received proposals to enter another international pageant by other national directors including a proposal from the director of Lithuania.

Her trip was made possible by Ken Chung, Carwyn Holland, Ginesta David, Dimple Mendonca, Princess Hotel, Glamour, Sonia Noel, April’s Line, Industrial Safety Supplies, PCS Wireless, Ms. Ginnie Beauty.  What’s next following this first outing?

“I’m presently modeling part time for fashion shows including Guyana Fashion Weekend 2010 and has also been booked for appearances on television Commercials along a full time job as a consultant while pursuing studies at the University of Guyana for a Bsc Business Management.

Over all she said “I didn’t win any title but I did get the overall rating”.

By Mondale Smith

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Miss Guyana Earth fundraiser concert on Tonight

Miss Earth 2010 - Soyini FraserSimpli Royal has announced that  Soyini Fraser, Miss Guyana Earth 2010 has been selected in the lineup of this year’s Miss Earth, slated to be held in Vietnam come

November 4 to December 6th, 2010.

As part of efforts to raise funds Simpli Royal has begun to prepare Miss Fraser for representation with a new wardrobe and competition outfit which include a National Dress, Swimsuits, Evening Gown and other accessories. She is also being treated to Dance practice with Choreographer; Clive Prowell She is also being offered a series of lectures and discussions to provide her with a working knowledge of the environmental issues and Guyana’s plans for the future.

 

Mr. Bonny Alves, along with his team, producer Charmaine Blackman, Queen Makeeba, Liesa Punch, Circle of Love, Marsha Taylor, Devon Denny, together with performing artist Granny Ivlaw and Classique Dance Company, together with Fashions from Sonia Noel, Olympia small, MeLeesa Payne and Lashanna Singh have lined up a spectacular show for Friday October 8, at the National Cultural Centre from 20:00 hours. The delegates from Miss Guyana Earth 2010, other models that have graced our catwalks with sparkle and the delegates for the 2010 Miss Guyana Talented Teens will put a fitting end to the evening. Persons interested in supporting this worthy cause could contact Pamela Dillon 665-4565 or Wasim Khan 624-2465

As part of the event nine  of  Guyana’s  most talented teens will be introduced when they launch the 10th staging of the Miss Guyana Talented Teen Pageant. The 9 beautiful, talented , intelligent delegates will all be vying for the crown and a chance to represent Guyana.  This show promises unique Guyanese culture expressed in song, dance and drama and will also feature The Works and Life of Eddie Grant.

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Miss Jamzone 2010 kicks off with sizzling Swimsuit Segment

After several months of training and fervent preparations the delegates in the first ever Miss Jamzone International pageant are ready to kick start the competition this Sunday, August 15th.

The Princess Hotel and Casino’s Poolside will come alive as these eight exotic Caribbean beauties take the stage to display enticing swimsuits. Prestigious local and regional fashion designers will also display their fresh, hot summer clothing lines.
Guyana’s Soca sensation X2 who is famous for their high-energy, thrilling live shows is promising an exhilarating performance as they have been booked for the event.

Patrons will have the first chance to meet the contestants from Caribbean territories including Jamaica, Barbados, St. Lucia, Suriname, The Dominican Republic, Antigua and Barbuda, Trinidad and Guyana.
This will be the first segment in this premier pageant, the second being the Intelligence Segment on August 18th and the finals billed for Sunday, August 22nd at the Splashmins Fun Park and Resort.

This year, the acclaimed Miss Jamzone Pageant will include regional delegates as a means of garnering support from our neighboring countries and sustaining integration within the region. Patrons can look forward to great leisure, fun and entertainment during this year’s Jamzone Summer Break Weekend.

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15-year-old cops Miss Wakenaam 2010 Crown

Takes home $600,000 in prizes

Winner and Runners UpKudos are in order for the comittee members of the Wakenaam Nite staged Saturday last at Wakenaam Community Centre and if all goes well it could become one of the main domestic tourists attractions to the
island.

Birthed out of a united community effort to build a pavillion while creating an awareness of what Wakenaam has to offer in an expo and fashion format the event started three years ago. Following this year’s staging it may best be described as entertaining, encouraging and funfilled. All told the event witnessed an attendance of more than 6000 enthusiastic patrons who got their monies worth and more. And while some may not be happy with the judges’ final decision, Wakenaam has got itself a new queen in the person of Cheka Paloma Kung-Beharry an Essequibo Island Secondary School beauty. She boasts a rich medical background and aspires to join the medical profession on completion of her studies. The queen also won special prizes for best dress and best smile. All told the queen got prizes amounting to almost $600,000 such as a trip to the Kaieteur Falls, Jeweller, hampers and cash. as well as a $125,000 scholarship from the soon to be  registered Wakenaam scholarship  Foundation. This  monies would be paid to any institution
she so desires to pursue her  educational development.

Miss Wakenaam 2010The 15-year-old who also won the best gown title was crowned queen from a line up of eight beauties who represented wards named after the Dutch such as Mariah Johanna, Sans Souci, Belle Plain, Noigedacht and
Zeelandia.

Celebrated by many teh queen was closely rivalled by crowd favourite University of Guyana student Tonnaisia Robertson of Maria Johanna who was a crowd favourite from start to finish. she  made  quite a first
impression  but her competitive momentum weaned  as the competition progressed.  Many believed that  Robertson had the edge and made no bones about it but the 19-year-old kept her smile and remained humble even after the  final results were announced. Robertson  got almost the similar amount of prizes as the queen but her education trust fund prize is valued at $75,000. Additionally she was dubbed the most
photogenic.

Natasha Nateram age 19, of Sans Sousci placed as the second runner up over Showana Spencer age 18 of  Noitgedacht and they bagged  many hampers and  other prizes of Jewellery  as well as educational trust
fund fees valued at $50,000 and $40,000 respectively.

As part of the night’s activities the mini expo included showcases of agricultural produce and pottery  as well as food galore representing support from private and public sectors. In Georgetown and other parts
the many additional entertainment may have been considered a bit too stretched out but not for the residents of Wakenaam. From Indian to African to a sprinkling of modern dances and fashion displays of
afrocentrick garb and a platoura of chutney vibes the night was full of entertainment spices. The Shakti Strings orchestra took the lead. But amongst the more entertaining was a spontaneous Michael Jackson
dance-off that had the crowd screaming in wild abandon for more.

The lot of five patrons from the crowd inclued a chubby man with much antics comparable to spazams,  another with a missing tooth and yet another  who  dressed the part with lipstick and make up. He covered
it off with ankle high drainpipe black pants and a snap rim hat. However the star was a ten-year-old who popped and locked and moon walked his way into $14,000 cash and the memories of being kissed by
two national beauties including Olive Go Paul and Tonnecia Harding. The eight beauties all appeared on stage in introduction, talent, casual and evening wear segments while the top four  had to answer one
additional question each. The other delegates  included Annecia Hill, Vidya Persaud, Nalini Sukar and Aleisha Shereef.

Aside from being awarded a total of six prizes for participation such as hampers and other gifts they each got an educational scholarship offer of $25,000.

Much praises are extended to Miranda Thakur – Deen amongst the many sponsors and officials that made the event a success.  The show  was emceed by entertainer and Journalist Mondale Smith as well as News
Anchor Chad Ramsaroop.

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1st Annual Miss Caribbean US Pre-Labor Day Fashion Show

“An Evening of Fashion, Music, Art and Culture to Benefit
Miss Caribbean US Scholarship Fund & Yele Haiti Foundation!”

SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2010
Fashion Show at Historic Vernon Park 8pm–10pm
5800 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Dinner & Silent Auction at LaRose Jazz Club 10-2am
5531 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144

The Miss Caribbean US Scholarship Pageant Committee, in association with the Yele Haiti Foundation, Vivant Art Collection, Wister Neighborhood Council, Inc., Culinary Arts Institute of Philadelphia and ACES MUSEUM Honoring Black & Minority Veterans of World War II & Their Families is pleased to present: Pre-Labor Day Fashion Show, Dinner & Benefit Auction for Haiti, to assist the Haitian Youths and contestants of the Miss Caribbean US Scholarship Pageant in their ability to obtain a higher learning.

This collaborative effort is the initiative of concerned members of the Caribbean community who are responding to not only the physical devastation of the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on the 12th of January 2010 but also to the cultural and economic losses. Our goal is to supply 1000 backpacks filled with school supplies (composition books, coloring books, literature, pencils, pens, rulers, compasses, crayons, calculators, etc.)

ACES MUSEUM has come on board to provide it’s EEP – Educational Enhancement Program as an option for youth to learn. Science based modules build intelligence as A.V. Hankins MD, FACP, an Alpha Omega Alpha medical honors recipient for their process of teaching, has used this program to provide the youth at the Youth Study Center (Juvenile Jail) an 85% learning rate. (info provided by YSC).

Thirdly, the Miss Caribbean US Scholarship Pageant is celebrating 10 years of service in the community. Our contestants represent various countries and islands in the Caribbean and are participating in higher learning or preparing for it. Your support is needed to allow these young ladies the opportunity to fulfill their dreams and leave an imprint on society leading to a progressive community.

Dinner will be provided by Top Haitian Chef in collaboration with the Culinary Arts Institute of Philadelphia.

This event is supported by the Philadelphia City Council & PA State Representatives

Miss Caribbean US Scholarship Pageant
www.misscaribbean.info

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Miss Barbados for Jamzone International 2010 Pageant

Miss Barbados‘One’s character propels one beyond the walls of any limitations or challenges therefore I believe my intelligence, humility, determination coupled with my open mind will enable me to lucratively represent Barbados’.

An eloquent 19 year old humanitarian who ardently upholds solid morals and grabs every opportunity to motivate and elevate her fellow youths Miss Barbados Je-Meila Ramona Maloney stands proudly as her country’s ambassador in the Miss Jamzone International 2010 pageant.

Je-Meila is currently the Barbados Face of Shabeau Model Search winner and is attached to the Ebony Model agency also of Barbados. At the tender age of sixteen, Je-Meila joined forces with a friend and started a youth organization called the ‘Emerging Global Leaders of Barbados’, a youth organization that seeks to ’empower all young people so as to creatively shape a better tomorrow’.  She was sent by ‘UNICEF Barbados’ to Chitose City Japan to represent the entire Caribbean and Latin America at the J8 Summit in 2008 ,an annual forum where young people from around the world meet and discuss global issues, and share their solutions with G8 leaders and the world community.  There she was selected to meet the G8 Leaders of 2008 where she advocated for child rights and other global issues.  An avid youth leader this young lady is the current ‘UNICEF Barbados’ youth advocate and is a dedicated volunteer for the National Council on substance Abuse and United Caribbean Trust.

An aspiring lawyer Ms. Barbados hopes to own a law firm by age thirty and is working fervently towards achieving this goal. Remarkably, at 5ft 7inches Je-Meila bears a striking mannequin resemblance and explains that she enjoys singing, dancing, acting and writing poetry.

Miss Maloney assures the public that she confronts any challenge with poise, dignity and optimism and she is confident that the Miss Jamzone International crown is the exact fit for her head!

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Guyanese Miss Guyana Earth 2010 Crown introduced

Miss Earth CrownOf the line up of seven local beauties listed to contest the Miss Guyana Earth title who ever wins the title will walk away   with the first crown designed and handcrafted by jeweller Lance Da Silva and was launched last Sunday at the swimsuit competition Crown was fabricated with sterling silver and features a combination of roses, butterflies, flowers, leaves, vines and fruits; colourfully adorned with semi-precious stones and accented with a piece of the rare and beautiful Snakewood – all natural symbols of Earth’s beauty and magnificence.

According to Da Silva all of the stones used in the Crown were found in the jungles of Guyana and cut and polished, cabochon style by the Guyana Geology & Mines Commission Lapidary Department.

Semi-precious stones used on the Crown include Amethyst, Agate, Fire agates and banded agates, Jasper: Red & brown, Quatrz: Rose and green, Granite and Snakewood piratinera guianensis.

Last week Sunday the delegates took to the stage at the Princess International Hotel in the swimsuit competition and proved quite a competitive bunch. The queen goes to Vietnam.