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"I always knew even at a young age, that I had to take charge"
"It is this commitment to being a positive influence that guides my decision today"

Olivia Manuela Yacé is an Ivorian beauty pageant titleholder, who won Miss Côte d'Ivoire 2021. She represented her country at Miss World 2021, and was second runner-up, and also won the continental title Miss World Africa. She later competed in Miss Universe 2025, where she was fourth runner-up.
"I always knew even at a young age, that I had to take charge"
"I witnessed firsthand that I was capable of accomplishing great things despite adversity"
"I must remain true to my values: respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity the strongest pillars that guide me"
"I must remain firmly anchored in my values guiding principles that pave the way toward excellence"
"I encourage them to push their limits, to walk confidently into rooms where they believe they do not belong, and to proudly embrace their identity"
"I call upon Black, African, Caribbean, American, and Afro-descendant communities: continue entering spaces where you are not expected"