Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters

I realised at Miss S.A. and more so at Miss Universe that it's important to focus on your strengths and work on your weaknesses to know yourself well. ”

I think we should have equal work for equal pay for women all over the world. ”

Just as with the Miss South Africa platform, I understand the responsibility of being Miss Universe and the impact it has on millions of lives. ”

Being a global ambassador is as much a responsibility as it is an honour. ”

Winning the Miss Universe title was not only a personal victory but a victory for the whole rainbow nation. I couldn't be more proud to represent South Africa. I hope this will inspire every single girl with a dream, that with hard work and dedication any dream is reachable. ”