A CURRO Hillcrest Grade 11 learner recently raised South Africa’s flag high in a modelling event in Turkey.

Jade Paton returned with a crown after being named as the Africa Continent winner. The 16-year-old, who has been modelling for about two years, also won the Best Eveningwear Award.

“I was chosen by the national director of South Africa from a panel of dozens of other applicants to participate in this competition. Future Fashion Faces World is a modelling competition where people from all over the world participate.”

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What made the competition more special for the Hillcrest resident was meeting people and making friends from different cultures, countries and backgrounds.

“I love modelling and being in front of a camera, I’m extremely patient about it. I would say the reason I love it so much is that I can express myself through photos and inspire others.”

Throughout her modelling career, Jade said she has stayed true to herself.

“I never tried to change or cover up scars or bruises but embrace them as they make me who I am. I want girls all over to know they don’t need to change for anyone or get themselves to fit in but rather stay true to themselves and do what they love no matter what others say.”

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