We still live in a world where beauty standards are quite strict. And even though many people advocate body positivity, they won’t miss discussing a mutual friend’s a few extra pounds with a friend over a cup of tea. It’s even harder for people with special needs. Some people have to catch sidelong glances at themselves, while others may even face bullying . But it’s worth writing down in your head once and for all that every person is beautiful in their own way. Today I share with you a special story that proves that there are no certain criteria for beauty. Meet Jessica in the photo – a Venezuelan model with Down syndrome . The girl showed that a person with developmental disabilities, just like anyone else, can inspire others to follow their dreams.
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Jessica Jacinto – model with Down syndrome
Often when we see someone achieve success, we only notice the good parts of their journey. It’s unlikely that anyone takes into account all the efforts that a person had to put in to reach the top. Only the man himself and the people who were with him through thick and thin really know how difficult the real struggle for a dream can be. This was the case with Jessica, a girl with special needs , who was able to fulfill her cherished desire and become a model.
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The age of Jessica Jacinto is 22.She resides in Venezuela’s Valencia.The girl was born with Down syndrome, which causes developmental problems.Jessica had wanted to be a model since she was young.She accomplished this after putting in a lot of preparation work, effort, and drive to become a true catwalk star.
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„I want to become a famous model worldwide.I enjoy walking on the catwalk and taking pictures,“ the girl says.Jessica enchants with her charm and talent.Thanks to her mother, who never wavered in her support, companionship, or guidance, Jessica was able to realize her dream and launch an exciting worldwide career.
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How Jessica started her journey
At the age of 14, when Jessica entered high school, she was already involved in some sports: gymnastics, swimming and track and field, but she was not very happy with them. Then the girl was invited to a beauty contest for girls with the same feature as Jessica. Mom supported her daughter, and they decided it was time to try something new . “I have never seen her happy in any sport. We realized that we were wasting our time. But when I saw Jess walking down the catwalk, I realized that this was her world ,” admits the model’s mother.
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Jessica looked really happy on the runway. In addition, she became more relaxed. It immediately became clear that this was exactly the path that the girl should continue to follow.
“The minute I’m on the podium, I become someone else. It was as if someone else had suddenly appeared inside me. “I feel great ,” says Jessica.
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The girl now participates in numerous castings, occasionally in competitions.Mom serves as Jessica’s primary supporter in the modeling industry.In pursuit of fresh prospects for her daughter, she frequently browses through numerous offerings on the Internet.Jessica is frequently requested to serve as a model for events by regional business owners and designers even without this.They all highlight her wonderful features.Jessica has a lot of strength and personality, which let her carve out a niche for herself in the world of Venezuelan catwalks.
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But there are still difficulties
Jessica and her mother faced great obstacles together.Venezuela still has a ways to go in terms of diversity, according to the model’s mother.The mother contacted several major modeling agencies about Jessica, but they would never actually call.They never did, though.With some brands, the same thing takes place.Jessica, though, is determined to continue.Nothing can permanently lower her spirit.
Not only a model, but also a member of the Red Cross
Jessica is not only a qualified model, but she also took part in the „We are different, but not inferior“ project and passed the requirements to join the Venezuelan Red Cross.
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„I am quite proud of the enjoyable and instructive experience that is becoming a member of the Red Cross.I learned from the project that I can accomplish anything.That is why I take classes at the dance academy, which includes figure skating, says Jessica.
Did you like Jessica’s story? Tell us in the comments what inspired you most about it.
