MISS SOUTH AFRICA
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am Miss Wheelchair South Africa 2021 , Tamelyn Bock , from the Northern Cape , Nababeep . I was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy ( SMA ) and benefit from the use of a wheelchair on a daily basis . I attended St . Cyprians Primary and completed my grade 9 studies at Nababeep High School . I extended my school journey from grade 10-12 at Athlone School for the blind in Cape Town . I studied for a Degree in Corporate and Communication Management at Varsity College in Rondebosch , Cape Town . I worked for Barloworld CAT in Kathu as a Receptionist on a contract basis as well as at my primary school as an administration clerk , also on a contract basis .
I am currently focused on changing negative perspectives society has towards disabled women , inclusiveness and breaking stereotyping barriers . My aim is to work closely with the Mayor and Councillors to put my hometown on the map as an accessible tourist destination . I also aim to focus on accessible transportation and accessible working environments for disabled individuals with the goal of permanent employment . Radio NFM 98.1 will also assist me with my projects as my aim is to work closely with the youth and social issues .
I enjoy fashion and beauty , watching reality shows , cooking and listening to music .
My achievements :
• Miss Wheelchair South Africa 2021
• Module distinction in Corporate Communication 1A
• Module distinction in Corporate Communication 2A
• Module distinction in Project Management
• Top academic achiever Grade 10- 12
• Top academic achiever Grade 8
• RCL Grade 7-8
My volunteer work :
• Motivational speaker at schools to raise awareness about disabilities to raise funds for Casual Day
• Sunday school teacher
• Performed administration duties for church
• Assisted with the registration of participants for the annual marathon of MDSA
• Assisted with fundraising and marketing tasks for Out of Africa Children Foundation
• Assisted VC cares in fundraising for causes and participants in community outreach projects
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