Hagatna, Guam – The Liberation Historical Society has officially launched this years search for the Liberation Queen.
Contestants must be born a female, U.S. Citizens, residents of Guam for at least six months, between the ages 18-25 respectively, single and have never been pregnant.*
Queen Committee Co-Chairperson Mayor Carol Tayama said “This being the 70th Anniversary of our Liberation is a milestone in Guam’s unique history. We are encouraging all groups, villages, organizations, and even businesses to have a candidate.” She continues “It is not that hard, the girls enjoy it, and it is great exposure for the candidates and the sponsors. Let us make this a banner year for this competition.”
Liberation Queen Candidates/Sponsors will be required to sell raffle tickets and a percentage will be shared as part of the prize package. “The more tickets you sell, the higher your commission…Organizations, Civic groups, Agencies, Non-Profits, Employee Associations, can use this opportunity as a fundraiser.” Mayor Tayama adds.
Mayor Tayama adds “Candidates will engage in a slew of community activities, historical tours, and participate in Liberation events including the annual parade, a dinner reception, ceremonies, prayer services and memorials.”
She recalls, “As the Chairperson for this committee for the last several years I have come to know that the young women who join and participate each year leave with a deeper respect and a profound sense of appreciation for our island, our manamko, our culture, and the heroic brave liberators. They are so moved at the stories of the survivors and the patriotism of our people. These young women build life long friendships with each other and grow from the experience.”
Last years contestants and sponsors took home over $60,000 in commission in which they used the money for tuition, off island trips, shopping, sports equipment, community improvements, and so much more.
The Deadline has been extended until to the close of business (5:00pm) on Thursday, April 17, 2014.
*For more information log on to www.mcog.guam.gov for complete rules and registration form or please contact Agat Mayor Carol Tayama, Queen’s Committee Co-Chairperson at 565-2524.
