ROAD TO MISS WORLD T&T 2014! Winner: Sarah Jane Waddell

Source: Trinidad and Tobago Express Newspapers (29th June 2014)

Afeya Jeffrey!

Four of the MWTT 2014 delegates visited the Princess Elizabeth Centre located in Woodbrook, Trinidad. The center serves as a home for physically handicapped children.

Ry Chand Fashion Show (5th July 2014)

MWTT 2014 Contestant Profiles: Denielle Jack
Source: http://www.missoneness.com/danielle-jack-2014-mwtt-contestant.html

"Denielle Jack is 22 years old and is from Chaguanas.
Denielle is presently pursuing her degree and enjoys football, drama and
modeling.

Sara Jane Waddell

It is wonderful that the ladies are being exposed to various places/organizations that the eventual winner can then consider for the BWAP project. Congratulations to Vanessa & her team for thinking practically and sensibly!

Miss World TT 2014 Contestant Profiles: Shanelle Pierre
Source: http://www.missoneness.com/shanelle-pierre-2014-mwtt-contestant.html




"Shanelle Pierre is our youngest delegate at 17 years of age and hails from Tobago.
Shanelle is a student and enjoys singing and poetry.


My name is Shanelle Pierre. I am just 17 years of age and the youngest in this the Miss World Trinidad and Tobago Beauty Pageant. At the tender age of 2 years old I told my mother one day I would become like "Wendy Fitzwilliam", a Queen in her own right and a timeless beauty. In the year 1998 when Wendy won the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant I met her at Batimamzelle Coblenzin, where at the time my mother was a manager there. Wendy gave me a picture and told me to follow my dream & one day my dream would come true. Those words echoed in me and with the love and support of my mother and the rest of my family I started modeling at 5 years old...winning my very 1st pageant in pre-school..

At the age of 12 years old my mother decided that her my brother & I should move to our sister isle of Tobago, where she got married to the love of her life. I received my Secondary education at Bishop's High School Tobago. During my time there I was a very active student. There was so much to do and I had great joys in learning so I became active in many of the extra-curricular activities. So there I became a member of the Choir, the Journalism Club, Football, Spanish club, Netball, Pan camp, ISCF long distance Track &field & our School's Student Mentor programme. Thereafter as time progressed and I became older I also became enthralled with the Miss World Beauty Pageant. I realized that in pursuing my dream of entering this pageant that this will help prepare me for life and give me the proper foundation to be the best I could be.

My dreams and aspirations is to be a very successful self employed business woman & help others in need and also like my role model Wendy.  I came back to Trinidad in 2013 to persue my diploma in Business Management which I am presently pursuing and to begin my journey of having a modeling career. My interests and hobbies are: writing poetry and singing as it helps me to express my feelings to the world."

Miss World TT 2014 Contestant Profiles: Afeya Aneisha Jeffrey
Source: http://www.missoneness.com/afeya-jeffrey-2014-mwtt-contestant.html



"Afeya Aneisha Jeffrey is 22 years old and is from Guapo. 
Afeya is presently a teacher and enjoys physical fitness training and dance.


Afeya Aneisha Jeffrey, a 22 year old Biology, Integrated Science and dance Teacher with a BSC in Biology and Environmental and Natural Resource Management from the UWI St. Augustine campus. My career goal is to become a physiotherapist as it is truly amazing to experience the joys that an individual exudes on discovering the independence of mobility.  

Hailing from deep south, Guapo, Point Fortin. A lover of dance, maintenance of physical fitness, modeling, pageantry  and animals. I have been dancing for 12 years in which I specialize in modern contemporary, folk and latin dance. My tenure in the pageant and fashion industry however ranges for a little over 4 years from which I hold a few titles. My future goal is to establish my own professional Dance Academy and Animal Sanctuary.

My greatest female role model would have to be my mother as she is the TRUE definition of success. "The ability to rise above life's trials". Thus I have learnt to persevere and endure until I have reached my destination in this journey of life.

It is my  belief that the children of a nation is our most imperative resource and therefore as a nation, we the elders in society have a responsibility to nurture not just the body and minds but the skills of our youths. As a result I have taken the time to tutor kids in my community in academics and dance. I am also a youth motivational speaker who mentors and seek to inspire and motivate.

I believe that I am an Ambassador for my community, a role model for younger females or my peers. As such as I let my own light shine and accomplish my goals I unconsciously give them permission to do the same.  I desire to fulfill the mandate in which God has set for me. Subsequently my aim is to discover the limits of my potential and push past them by being  an Ambassador for my country. "

Source: Trinidad Express Newspapers, Online Edition (12th July 2014)
Link: http://www.trinidadexpress.com/woman-magazine/Elements-of-culture-and-heritage-266839011.html




“I fell in love with the gorgeous Chaconia flowers on a recent walk in the Botanical Gardens. Another example of beauty that surrounds us that we sometimes overlook ... there are so many other examples which I will continue to feature over time.
I was inspired to symbolise like the red of our flag ... the passion and courage of a people in this shoot with the Miss Trinidad & Tobago World delegates. I wanted to celebrate the vibrancy of this most intense colour. 
Part of the search for the most suitable delegate, includes a variety of photo sessions where we admire their potential and versatility. Today I wanted to show a more proper and classic look; reflective of the days when women looked liked ladies. 
I’m also very proud to confirm that the UTT Fashion Academy will also be engaged in the upcoming Mis World T&T process, as we try to make more ‘national’ our approach in this effort. An important element of the Miss World International competition is the segment ‘National Dress’. Delegates portray elements of their culture and heritage within a gown. Upcoming designers enrolled in the current UTT programme will have the opportunity during the selection process for our national representative to compete and partake in this wonderful opportunity, that will then be seen on the world stage.
I appreciate the feedback on the looks we’ve created on the delegates and their continued development during this process. All I can assure is that the pageant will not disappoint so keep informed.
The show takes place on July 27 at the Central Bank Auditorium. Tickets available at Peter Elias and at Ria’s in San Fernando.

Denielle Jack
Age: 22
Where are you from: Montrose, Chaguanas
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: I love Trinidad and Tobago and would like to represent my country showcasing our unique culture. I would also like to make a difference and be an example to the young women of Trinidad and Tobago. I believe that being Miss World T&T gives me the platform to do so as the Miss World pageant accentuates beauty with a purpose. So it’s so much more than having a pretty face or being able to walk or model. It’s about being a beautiful human being and sharing this beauty with the world.

Jessica Didier
Age: 23
Where are you from: Cumuto
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: I possess the innate ability of being a leader and the title of Miss World T&T would only serve to amplify this ability. It would give me the chance to be more influential especially with younger people in particular among younger women. The external influences that put pressure on today’s youth are increasing every day as the world is becoming more interconnected and I believe holding the title of Miss World T&T gives me the opportunity to be more involved to make this change that I wish to see. I want to be an example to everyone that we all deserve to pursue our individual dreams and that we all have the ability to positively impact society.

Sarah Jane Waddell
Age: 25
Where are you from: Carenage
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: I want to be Miss World T&T not only because of how the title can change my life, but how it can empower me to change the lives of others. Miss World requires not just an ambassador, but a pair of hands ready to get to work. I have always gravitated towards social issues through service projects and raising public awareness, and this experience would provide an excellent platform to inspire a ripple effect of positive change within T&T.
Miss World is a prestigious international brand, recognised worldwide for its integrity and activism. I aspire to one day represent Trinidad and Tobago overseas as a diplomat, and intend to use the Miss World title long after the one-year term to showcase my beautiful country, and exert positive influence across the globe.

Dena-Marie Blanc
Age: 21
Where are you from: Woodbrook, Port-of-Spain
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: I would like to become Miss World T&T to use my title as an opportunity to be a role model and to inspire young people to strive to be the best that they can be and to never stop pursuing their goals. I would like the opportunity to show the youth of this country that no matter what economic diversity or challenge that they might face, with hard work and dedication your dreams can become a reality.

Afeya Aneisha Jeffrey
Age: 22
Where are you from: Guapo, Point Fortin
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: My aim is to be the holder of the prestige title “Ms. World Trinidad and Tobago” due to the fact that my ultimate passion is to be an ambassador for my country. Trinidad and Tobago is an overflowing cup of culture, dynamism and vivacity. Ranging from our natural wonders to the rhythm of our people. Thus, my desire is to represent my twin isles as I do believe that I am GOOD enough, SMART enough, BEAUTIFUL enough, and STRONG enough. I believe that my perseverant, humble, charismatic and dynamic nature will make me the most suited ambassador for my country.

Shanea Acosta
Age: 21
Where are you from: Barataria
Why do you want to become Miss World T&T: I want to win Miss World T&T to have a sense of achievement and fulfillment to be a role model to young and unfortunate children and to help them achieve their goals..

CREDITS
Hair: Bally 
Make-up: Kirk Thomas for L’Oréal Paris
Photography: Calvin French
Diva Dresses: Carnaby Street
Accessories: Peter Elias Boutiques
Location: Botanical Gardens"

Source: Trinidad & Tobago Newsday Newspapers - Mentality (13th July, 2014)

Source: Trinidad Express