Miss World and six continental queens spread joy at Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital
The Miss World Organization is determined to support the efforts of the Beauty with a Purpose project.
Miss World 2023 Krystyna Pyszková and her six continental queens visited the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital on May 13 to raise awareness about the causes, prevention, and treatment of burn injuries and the importance of first aid and proper wound care.
The beauty queens visited children waiting to receive specialised laser treatment for their burns.
Laser treatment improves the appearance of scarring and reduces pain associated with burn scars. It also stimulates new skin growth giving these children renewed hope for rehabilitation and a better quality of life.
Smile Foundation co-founder and executive chairman Marc Lubner said the team was thrilled to join forces with Miss World South Africa and the Miss World organisation to support the Beauty with a Purpose (BWAP) work, a social responsibility project which motivates reigning queens to create or support important charity causes around the world.
“We at Smile Foundation and Afrika Tikkun believe BWAP is an inspiring path to leadership and we are proud to be associated with this effort to nurture future leaders,” said Lubner.
Six-year-old Boitumelo Seshube is among the children who will receive the laser treatment. She endured severe burn injuries during a devastating shack fire, which tragically claimed some of her siblings.
Fortunately, one of her older siblings rescued her, pulling her to safety through a window. Boitumelo spent a prolonged period in ICU due to a lung complication from inhaling smoke.
The president of the Miss World Organisation Julia Morley said the humanitarian work the organisation had carried out in communities worldwide was their truest pride and were always honoured to serve.
“We are delighted to have also visited a centre in Alexandra which ensures that where you come from does not impede your ability to access quality education and opportunities.”
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