adminMitchell Dzoro
EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD model Makanaka “Melladiorr” Melissa, has vowed to use modelling to fight the rampant abuse that models can face.
Melladiorr says there is a need to change the negative perception towards women.
“I am inspired by the need to change the community and industry as a whole.
“I want to advocate the girl child through the professionalism of art and I will use it to show how women hold the same power as men and, hopefully, this would eradicate some of these societal ills.”
The Upper Sixth student said she has always dreamt of becoming a model.
“Ever since I was young, I have always liked modelling, I then fulfilled my dream to be a model by reaching out to agencies in 2019.
“My breakthrough came when 106 Modelling Agency discovered me through my Instagram page,” she said.
The young model emphasised the need for self-respect and hard work to achieve some success in the industry.
“The industry at times can be a very unsafe place for the girl child because, rather than being viewed as creatives, we are often manipulated.
“We are manipulated into thinking that being in intimate relationships with the sponsors will increase your popularity and make it possible to earn certain amounts but I am a firm believer in morals, self-respect and hard work to achieve success,” said Melladiorr.
Melladiorr wants to take on the fight to end girl child abuse by joining hands with other models in the industry.
“I would like to partner with other fellow models so that we can merge our ideas on how we can eradicate girl child abuse in the industry and outside the industry too.
“Girls deserve the same freedom just as the boy child do without returning any sexual favours.”
The model has worked with a number of notable businesses.
“I am grateful for having acquired training from 106 Models and I have worked with EatnLick, ZIMA Awards, Model Guide, brand ambassador for Footwear Plaza and as a video vixen for music videos.
“As a person you should be disciplined. I do things on time and I work with a schedule.
“I have time for school work and I have time for my profession but always put school first.
“All aspiring models should dare to be different and not lose their moral values for fame.”
Online Reporter