Wentworth woman continues to serve and empower

FROM surviving breast cancer and gender-based violence (GBV), to being selected in the top 20 finalists for the Mrs South Africa 2022 pageant, the sky has become the limit for Tasnim Luciana Young-Norris.

Although she did not win the crown last year, Tasnim walked away with the Woman Empowerment Award and was honoured to have been recently nominated as Emerge Africa Awards Inspirational Woman of the year 2023.

“Speaking about breast cancer and GBV as a survivor has always been something I wanted to do but didn’t know how, until I entered the pageant world. And this all at 50 years old, which proves that it’s never too late.
“I’ve been told many times that I am a beacon of hope, but never did I think I inspired women as I was telling my story and wanted every woman to know they are worthy and that self-love is so important.
“If I can save just one life, it is so worth it,” said Tasnim.

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At the forefront of creating awareness on issues that affect women, she enjoys working as a member of non-profit organization (NPO), Wentworth Angels, and is no stranger to making an impact on the community.
When she is not working, Tasnim can be found volunteering at NPO, Jason’s Angels, where she serves as an ambassador and is active in the fight against GBV and human trafficking.

Her regular collaborations with NPO’s, Warriors with a Purpose, which creates awareness about cancer and Women and Girls Change Makers, which fights for gender equality, remain close to Tasnim’s heart.

The second annual Emerge Africa Awards features 18 different categories and winners are chosen by their ability to lead, set an example and inspire others by making the world a better place.

To vote for Tasnim, SMS: AFRICA 69 to 47439.
Voting lines close on April 30.

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