MISS GRAND
Ecuador
Shyare Andrade
INTRODUCTION
I am a woman who learned from an early age the value of hard work. I grew up inspired by my mother’s example, who taught me that no difficulty is greater than the determination to move forward. I am currently studying Law, and I found in art a powerful tool to transform lives, which led me to create Mundo Lienzo, my social project focused on promoting peace from within each individual. My greatest strength is turning challenges into opportunities, and I aspire to use this platform to inspire more young people to believe in their potential, discover their purpose, and prove that where we come from should never limit how far we can go.
Stop the War and Violence
For me, stopping war and violence also means healing the wars we carry within ourselves. Because I have come to understand that a wounded person can hurt others, and that the pain we do not heal often ends up being reflected in those around us.
That is why I believe that true peace begins when, despite everything we have been through, we choose not to turn our pain into more pain. If each of us learned to heal our own inner war, perhaps we could also begin to heal the world’s. And in doing so, we could begin to create a new world. Because when we are at war with ourselves, we are also at war with the world.
The 4Bs
The 4Bs represent four essential elements that must be connected. The Body represents Beauty, Beauty must be driven by the Brain, and the Brain is what leads us to create Business and opportunities.
Because when beauty and intelligence work together, they break barriers. And that is the message I want to leave with every woman: it doesn’t matter what your body looks like. What can truly move it, open doors, and lead you to success is the mind behind it.
PASSION TO BEAUTY PAGEANT
My Passion for Beauty Pageants
My passion for pageants was born before I could even put a name to that dream. As a little girl, I would get excited whenever I saw a stage and imagine myself standing on it. Over the years, I came to understand that it was not just about a competition; it was a place where I could express who I truly am. When I discovered Miss Grand, I felt that I had found the platform that reflected me the most. Today, I represent my country with the same excitement I had as a little girl, but now with the preparation and purpose of a woman.
SKILLS
One of my greatest strengths lies in the arts. I love dancing, modeling, and creating because they are the ways I express myself best. I also feel that I have a natural ability to communicate and connect with people.