 "Noble and fearless, Tigers are respected for their courage, even from those working against them."
BURUNDI
LAURIA NISHIMWE
Height: 178 cm
Measurements: 38 in - 36 in - 40 in Career/Education: Marketing Manager  |
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS
I was a very turbulent child but intelligent too. In this period I remember that it is where I was most punished but also where I learned to become a young lady.
WHAT IS YOUR MEMORABLE MOMENT?
When I lost my grandparents in the same year. After this competition I see myself as a person who could bring change in my country thanks to the title that I could have and also what I will acquire during the competition.
ANY SPECIAL STORIES OR FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY?
I come from a very big family and at least every year we get to know someone from the family but it's more about supporting each other remarkably.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE?
Participating in a competition with the weight that I had, because it is not every day that one will meet a Miss with my size.
WHAT TIPS CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE ECOTOURISM & CLIMATE CHANGE?
Enable conversation, Create an ecotourism-based content strategy, Use infographics, and build an active community of green travelers, Pay for social media advertising.
WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD OF YOUR COUNTRY?
Our country is a green country where there are many trees. We see more trees than buildings, unlike other countries. There’s more. The countryside; it is very peaceful and we have magnificent hotels which welcome visitors, and also new tourist sites, which are very beautiful. Finally, the lake; we have a very beautiful lake in BURUNDI and extraordinary hotels surrounding it. This is what makes me proud.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVOCACY?
Equality and Justice
