"Being a global ambassador is as much a responsibility as it is an honour." — Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters

My half-sister was born without a cerebellum and is completely disabled. She is my biggest motivator and inspiration, because her situation makes me realize how special life is, and I always want to work twice as hard, enjoy life twice as much so that I can enjoy it for her as well.

As Miss Universe, you have to be confident in who you are. Miss Universe has to overcome her fears and teach others to do the same. And nothing is ever too much to ask for. That is exactly who I am.

The crystal-clear water in Thailand offers the best swimming and snorkelling experience.

In some places, women get paid 75 percent of what men earn for doing the same job, working the same hours, and I do not believe that is right.

In my carjack I immediately knew not to resist. I put my hands up, I didn't make eye contact, I didn't speak with them, I didn't argue with them, and he searched me - I knew he was going to search me, because I was told they would probably search you for phones or keys. I think once you expect something it's not as scary.

A woman should be allowed to be whoever and whatever she wants to be and she should be respected for that.

Every person has a choice in every situation and I decided not to be a victim of crime and to not allow myself to be crippled with fear. This is why I started Unbreakable. I wanted to teach women the self-defence skills I learnt during a course I participated in.

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