Channell Mellish for Miss Jamaica US 2010!

Good Morning everyone!

As some of you may already know I am currently a finalist in the Miss Jamaica US beauty pageant. I am representing the parish of St. Catherine, one of the largest and most economically thriving parishes in the quaint island of Jamaica.

The crowning affair takes place on Sunday, August 22nd at the Green Tree Country Club in New Rochelle, NY. At this time online votes are being accepted. You may vote for me by emailing missjamaicaus@gmail.com. Please post "Channell Mellish for Miss Jamaica US 2010" in the subject line. In the body of the email you may also opt to write a brief message about why you think I am the most suitable contestant for this prestigious role.

This is my first pageant, although I have modeled in a few fashion shows and modeled costumes for local and renowned carnival costume designers, Carnival Divaz Productions. I entered this pageant to expose myself to a new awe-inspiring experience, while at the same time hoping to get an opportunity to represent my homeland and present a positive image of Jamaican womanhood. In addition, this pageant and the title would grant me an opportunity to get more involved in a number of community organizations and service projects that assist the Jamaica community.

My platform/issue: There are a number of issues and affairs in Jamaica that are currently of interest to me, especially the escalating crime rate, the lack of viable obs for the newly graduated individuals entering the work force and of course, the ever growing "brain drain", where Jamaica's skilled youths are fleeing the island in hopes of better opportunities abroad. Although these issues are of paramount importance, the issue that most concerns me is the growing HIV infection rate amount the youth population. If I win the title I hope to use my influence and clout to initiate projects that work with community organizations on building programs to educate, guide and inform the impressionable youth about proper family planing techniques, safer sexual practices and the importance of a positive self image.

Thank you in advance for your time, consideration and YOUR VOTE! Please vote once a day every day until August 22nd! Your vote counts! Feel free to pass this email along to your friends, family and colleagues. Your efforts and support are appreciated!

For more information, please contact me directly at cvmellish@gmail.com and/or (917) 297-2731.

Best regards,
Channell Mellish
Miss Jamaica US Finalist - Miss St. Catherine

"Aim  beyond your wildest expectations; never settle for mediocrity"

Edited to add: Official pageant pics will be posted soon!