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MISS EARTH SOUTH SUDAN
ALEK MALAAK AYUEN
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS
On a relative scale my upbringing was easy compared to most people on earth I grew up poor by south Sudan standards yet in one of the most richest nations on earth I received a decent education I was a good student I had some very good friend growing up but I was sometimes teased and bullied for my skin complexion I was the oldest of 8 kids my dad was the hardest working person I ever met my mom was a mix bag loving yet so strict my child was all in one chaotic lonely sad at times rough rollercoaster rides depending on the days exciting happy moments fun and yes I saved the best for the last overcome through everything I went through the ups and downs I have overcome that and not let it define me now.
WHAT IS YOUR MEMORABLE MOMENT?
Winning Miss South Sudan earth 2023 is a moment for me to remember it’s a moment that made me see greatness in myself and this moment changed and channel me to a better person shaped to a woman that’s been hiding in me for long an ambitious strong powerful smart elegant independent lady being miss south Sudan will forever be my most favourable memorable unforgettable moment In my life
ANY SPECIAL STORIES OR FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY?
I come from a very big family as is a characteristic of many south Sudanese family I have 6 moms and 28 siblings so it never get boring the ladies in my family are the smartest we share almost the same names for example am Alek but we have 4 other Alek in the family am the smallest Alek so the names are all the same my family is crazy fun educated happy and overall big.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE?
The most unusual thing is having to face death I always thought death was forging when I had to burry my best friend who is also my little brother it was most unusual I knew death through my brother my brother was my best friend him dying was painful enough but getting to bury him was more painful and unusual to me.
WHAT TIPS CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE ECOTOURISM & CLIMATE CHANGE?
Spread awareness on sustainable tourism
Buy souvenirs from local stores
Support local restaurant
Walk where possible
Support fight against illegal trade
Go green
Buy souvenirs from local stores
Support local restaurant
Walk where possible
Support fight against illegal trade
Go green
WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD OF YOUR COUNTRY?
Everything about South Sudan makes me proud one being born a South Sudanese the people the traditions, the food, the languages, the sports, the landscape, the flag, the president, everything in South Sudan makes me proud.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVOCACY?
Flooding in Jonglei state located in south Sudan is a recurring problem that has devastating effects on the region the state known for its vast wetlands and the presence of the Nile is prone to annual flooding due to heavy rainfall and overflowing river banks this flood have led to displacement of thousands of people destruction of infrastructure loss of agricultural land and a significant impact on the local economy.
One of the major cause of flooding in jonglei state is the changing climate patterns resulting in increased rainfall and unpredictable weather conditions in recent years these weather patterns have become more extreme leading to higher volumes of water and subsequent flooding additionally the poor management of river system and lack of proper drainage infrastructure exacerbate the impact of flooding in the area.
Several solutions can be implemented firstly improved early warning systems to to provide timely alerts to communities at risk also in investing in infrastructure building and maintaining proper drainage systems need for sustainable land and water management practices encouraging afforestation and reforestation collaboration between local communities government authorities and international organizations is vital in implementing this solutions effectively by working together stakeholders can develop comprehensive flood risk management plans allocate resources appropriately and ensure the long term sustainability of the region
One of the major cause of flooding in jonglei state is the changing climate patterns resulting in increased rainfall and unpredictable weather conditions in recent years these weather patterns have become more extreme leading to higher volumes of water and subsequent flooding additionally the poor management of river system and lack of proper drainage infrastructure exacerbate the impact of flooding in the area.
Several solutions can be implemented firstly improved early warning systems to to provide timely alerts to communities at risk also in investing in infrastructure building and maintaining proper drainage systems need for sustainable land and water management practices encouraging afforestation and reforestation collaboration between local communities government authorities and international organizations is vital in implementing this solutions effectively by working together stakeholders can develop comprehensive flood risk management plans allocate resources appropriately and ensure the long term sustainability of the region