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Delegates of the Miss Crane 2023
Waterfalls Magazine – After a three-year absence due to the pandemic, the ‘Miss Crane’ Pageant has returned and according to the organisers, this year, it’s a pageant with a difference.
The pageant is aimed at instilling confidence in young girls within the Crane area on the West Coast of Demerara and it is an opportunity to showcase their beauty and intelligence and to serve as a forum to build their self-esteem and empowerment skills. This year’s promoter, Sean Swan, popularly known as “Fresh” decided that for the 5th edition of the pageant, he wanted to have delegates with pageantry and modeling experience due to a tight timeframe for training and other activities.
Contestants of the Miss Crane 2023 pageant
The Miss Crane Pageant is slated to be held on December 30th, 2023 at Lot 322 Crane Housing Scheme and will see seven beautiful ladies competing for the crown and grand prize, as well as runner-up prizes. This year’s contestants who will grace the stage are more mature when compared to previous years and this time around; a swimsuit segment has been introduced.
Delegate #1
Saran Ann Braithwaite, 21, is the CEO, manager and founder of Sarah’s Unique Braids and Beauty studio and Caribbean Glow skin care products. She said, “I am a true testimony of a young lady who came from nothing to something and I believe that through my career, myself and team can bring the young women of crane back to a place where they are allowed to grow gracefully by hosting free cosmetology workshops in and around the area of Crane Housing Scheme to keep the youths active, busy and away from idleness.”
Delegate #2
Phelicia Adams, 23 hails from the beautiful village of Parika. She is a teacher, model, entrepreneur and designer whose favourite colour is yellow. “I’m a passionate, determined and kind individual who loves to crochet in my spare time.” Adams is the only daughter of her parents and she said, “I have four strong brothers by my side.” She said, “It would be a privilege to contribute my time and effort into another village with a greater voice, I want to leave my impact on the youths and people of Crane.”
Delegate #3
Makeda Adams, a resident of Pouderoyen. Adams is a teacher and she said, “I am a strong believer that everyone has the right to a choice and to make their own choices.” She is a nature lover and a fun person to be around, she said. She decided to take part in the pageant to gain a boost of self-confidence. She said she has a passion for modeling and pageantry.
Delegate #4
Hey there, I am Ashley Somerset, a 20-year-old Sales Rep, aspiring model and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. Beyond sales and the world of fashion, I am deeply passionate about using my voice and platform to support those who have experienced such challenges. Whether I’m striking a pose or lending a listening ear, I’m committed to empowering others and raising awareness about these crucial issues. Excited to make an impact in the worlds of fashion and advocacy!
Delegate #5
Sanchia Samuels, 18, a logistics clerk, entrepreneur and aspiring lawyer decided to take part in the Miss Crane 2023 pageant because she loves, “the glitz and glamour of the pageantry world.”
She said it feels great to be able to dress up, look fabulous and walk across stages to showcase one’s self and talent.
Delegate #6
Anasa Williams, 24, is a journalist who loves nature and all things natural. A self-taught makeup artist, business owner and aspiring heart surgeon, she said modeling and pageantry have been her long-term hobbies. “I joined this pageant to have a feel of the stage in another part of Guyana after a few years and to also inspire others that it’s never too late to follow your dreams.”
Delegate #7
Tonia Harris, 25 is a makeup artist who gets along with everyone. “I am an easy-going person that frequently enjoys my own company,” she said. She said that it has been a while since she took part in a pageant, and according to her, “I had put my modeling life on hold.”
She said the Miss Crane 2023 pageant is a stepping stone out of early retirement, “to putting myself back out there and doing what I love.”
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