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Anna-Lise Nanton, representing Pax Vale at the Miss World TT pageant, wowed the judges with her composed response during the question-and-answer segment. Despite being nervous, the athlete and scholar tackled a sensitive topic on euthanasia with poise and compassion. Nanton’s background in sports and academic achievements have shaped her into a well-rounded individual, dedicated to making a positive impact in her community. Coming from a large family, she values the importance of family and credits her parents as her biggest inspirations. Nanton’s journey from fear to triumph at the pageant is a testament to her resilience and determination to succeed. As a proud Trinbagonian, this geotech engineer followed in her father’s footsteps to pursue a career in civil engineering. Specializing in geotechnical engineering, she enjoys solving unique problems related to structures interacting with the ground. Breaking barriers in male-dominated fields was not her initial goal, but she now sees it as a way to inspire and pave the way for future generations of women. Her advice to young women is to be confident, speak up, and push for what they want. Despite battling self-doubt, she aims to make a positive impact on her country by inspiring others and using her engineering background for sustainable development.
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Anna-Lise Nanton: A Story of Strength and Grace
On the night of June 26, at the National Academy for the Performing Arts, everything seemed to be working in Anna-Lise Nanton’s favour. She had a large cheering squad screaming wildly every time she appeared on stage, or her name was called, she was voted Miss Fitness and Miss Talent, from previous pageant challenges, and on the night was voted People’s Choice.
But it was the question-and-answer segment that really sealed the deal for the 26-year-old, who represented Pax Vale at the pageant.
The question, posed by pageant judge Angelique Bart was a difficult one, made even more so since Nanton had to “think fast”.
The question — Some countries are amending their laws to allow euthanasia, assisted death on terminally ill people, do you think that euthanasia should be allowed in the Caribbean?
Without missing a beat Nanton said – “I think that is a complicated question and it is a very sensitive topic and when we deal with these kinds of topics, we need to consider them from a place of compassion but also from an educated perspective.
“I don’t believe that I have all of the intelligence to make that decision. I believe that persons who are in the medical field and our leaders need to come together to discuss this topic and we need to ensure that the persons who make this decision are making it from an education point of view and that they are not being coerced and that we take all the steps to ensure that it is made with compassion.”
How, in that nail-biting moment, was Nanton so composed to answer her question in the way she did?
“Honestly, I was very nervous throughout the entire day and even up until they called top 5. But I realised that this was my last opportunity to prove myself, so I tried to block out everything else that was happening, centre myself and focus on answering the question,” Nanton told Her Magazine.
“I think my background as an athlete really helped me, since I’m used to dealing with that kind of pressure. My sister delegates would often joke that I would go into ‘competition mode’ before the other sub competitions.”
Hard to believe but Nanton almost didn’t go to the screening of Miss World because of fear.
“I was so afraid of entering such a completely unfamiliar space, but now I can’t imagine if I hadn’t!”
Name the sport and Nanton has probably tried it. Her involvement in track and field, football, touch rugby made school life busy.
“I’ve always been balancing numerous activities since school, whether it be sport leadership roles (I was track and field and house captain), volunteer work and my studies. That has continued into my work life. I was fortunate to win an open scholarship which I used to study at the University of Bath in England. After graduating, I worked in England for two years at an engineering firm called Arup. That lifestyle continued into my work life. I was co-chair of the office social committee and also a player with a local football and touch rugby team, while also volunteering weekly giving lessons to primary school children with a charity called Action Tutoring.”
The first of eight children, four boys and four girls, Nanton told Her Magazine that growing up, her parents relied on her to help out with her younger siblings.
“As the head of the family (after my parents) I also felt it was my responsibility to set an example for my younger siblings and it’s why I always worked so hard to achieve everything I have and to be a role model for them.”
Coming from a big family – her mother is also the first of seven and her grandmother is one of 12 children – meant that “there was always something to do and something or someone to celebrate,” she said. That’s why for Nanton, family is everything.
“I love spending time with my family and I can’t imagine not having someone always around to talk to or play games with.
“My parents are my biggest inspiration. They had me when they were quite young and I know they sacrificed a lot to raise me and my siblings. My mother is one of the kindest, most patient and loving people you will ever meet, and I always say she will be first in line to go to heaven. My father is a self-made man, extremely intelligent and driven. I think I’m a bit of both of them, I love helping people and giving back and I’m also very ambitious. Everything I do is for them, to pay forward what they’ve done for me and our family.”
When Nanton expressed an interest in being a Miss World TT delegate, she admits that her parents were “somewhat surprised” but still supportive.
“Like me, they believed that Miss World was more than just a ‘beauty pageant’ (but) an opportunity to make a positive impact in my community and country and also for my own self development. It’s also an opportunity to represent my country. As an athlete it was always my dream to represent my country and I’m so honoured to have been given the privilege of doing so.
Anna-Lise Nanton is a true testament to strength, grace, and resilience. Her journey from a young, nervous girl to a confident, poised woman is an inspiration to us all. She embodies the values of hard work, dedication, and compassion, and serves as a role model for young women everywhere. We can all learn from Anna-Lise Nanton’s story and strive to be the best versions of ourselves, just like she has. As a proud Trinbagonian, the geotech engineer, Nanton, has always had a deep love for her little islands. Growing up in a family where both her parents have strong educational backgrounds, Nanton found herself torn between pursuing a career in architecture or engineering. Ultimately, she chose civil engineering, a field that combined her love for math, physics, and geography. Within civil engineering, Nanton specialized in geotechnical engineering, which focuses on structures interacting with the ground, such as foundations, tunnels, and retaining walls.
For Nanton, geotechnical engineering was the perfect blend of her interests, as it required a good understanding of geology and presented unique challenges to solve on each site. Despite entering a male-dominated field, Nanton never saw breaking barriers as a goal she set for herself. However, she recognized the importance of challenging stereotypes and paving the way for future women in the field. With her confidence and determination, Nanton has become a role model for young women aspiring to pursue careers in engineering.
Nanton’s advice to young women is to be confident in themselves, speak up, and not be afraid to ask for what they want. She acknowledges the challenges women face in male-dominated spaces and encourages them to push for their goals. Like many women, Nanton has also struggled with self-confidence, but she has learned to celebrate her successes and focus on the positives rather than dwell on the negatives.
As Miss World TT, Nanton aims to inspire young girls and women in Trinidad and Tobago to pursue their dreams and step out of their comfort zones. She hopes to use her engineering background to contribute to sustainable development in the country and has already initiated discussions with the Minister of Works and Transport. Nanton’s dedication to making a positive impact on her country and empowering women exemplifies her passion for both engineering and community service.
In conclusion, Nanton’s journey as a geotech engineer and Miss World TT showcases her resilience, determination, and commitment to breaking barriers and inspiring others. Her story serves as a reminder that with confidence, perseverance, and a willingness to challenge stereotypes, women can thrive in any field they choose. As a proud Trinbagonian, Nanton continues to make her mark on the world, both professionally and personally.
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