** Miss World Belize 2014 Press Release ** Miss World Belize Ltd would like to introduce MISS RAQUEL ALEJANDRA BADILLO of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize District who was designated as the new titleholder for Miss World Belize 2014. She will join more than 120 other delegates at Miss World 2014, which will be the 64th edition of the Miss World pageant and will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2014 at 2pm at ExCeL’s ICC Auditorium in London, England. Miss Badillo, a 5’7”, 21 year-old model and former valedictorian, is presently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Decision Sciences. She speaks fluent English and Spanish, and is a former TV hostess. Her first pageant was at the age of 4 years old. She is a former Miss San Pedro (2009). Raquel’s hobbies include dancing, paddle boarding, reading, swimming, and learning new technology. She loves the outdoors, jogging along the beach and keeping up with the latest trends and beauty tips. She also has special talents as a skilled dancer with 9 years’ experience, specializing in Salsa dancing. Miss Badillo describes herself as, “a strong and determined woman always striving for a better version of herself.” Miss Raquel Badillo is expected to arrive in London on November 20th. Ms. Julia Morley, Chairwoman of Miss World Organization, coined the phrase ‘Beauty with A Purpose’ as her vision for a platform for young women to use their talents to help those less fortunate than themselves. Officially launched in 1972, ‘Beauty with A Purpose’ has had a significant impact in improving the life of the disadvantaged in over 100 countries, with funds raised exceeding 1 billion US dollars. A Charity Gala Dinner will be held on Sunday, 30th November, which will include a segment called World Gifts. The delegates are expected to donate a special gift from their home country. The gifts will be auctioned at the fundraiser in aid of Beauty with A Purpose and The Coram Charity located in the United Kingdom. Last year, Miss World Belize 2013 Idolly Saldivar, presented a hand-crafted sculpture made of Ziricote, considered a rare wood, made in the shape of “the thinking man” as her gift. In this Gala fundraiser event, 128 countries had participated. Belize won the 2nd highest bid of the day, earning $22 million Rupiah (Indonesian Currency). This was one of the highest recognition Miss World Belize received during the entire Miss World 2013 events. On behalf of Miss World Belize Organization, sponsors, family, and friends, we wish Miss World Belize 2014 Raquel Badillo lots of success at Miss World 2014, in London, England. This press release is authorized by: Mr. Michael Arnold, Chairman - Miss World Belize Ltd. .
Posted on: Fri, 31 Oct 2014 05:42:31 +0000