Shonnet Moore has become a household name today. From her experience in pageantry to walking the run way, Shonnet Moore has made a name for herself. Being an independent young woman, Shonnet Moore is also a Public Relations Consultant, a student at the University of Guyana, currently studying International Relations and as we all know by now she is the host of " The Shonnet Moore Show".The Shonnet Moore Show is deeply committed to addressing issues that are important to Guyanese women. Women viewing this programme are inspired to make changes happen in their lives, empowered to serve their communities and emboldened to achieve goals that once seemed out of reach. Simply, women will be transformed. To achieve this goal a wide variety of topics covering Health and Well Being; Diet and Fitness; Love and Sex; Pregnancy and Parenting; Home and Food; Beauty and Style and Entertainment are discussed.The Shonnet Moore Show also builds upon the lessons learned from strong women throughout Guyana to help girls and young women become strong women themselves. By building communities of women committed to supporting positive social change, the show works to create cycles of mutual empowerment for women and girls.During each show professional women appear on the programme as guests to voice their opinions and give facts relating to the issue being discussed.A number of persons have pledged their support to the show including persons in the diplomatic community, the media, non – governmental organizations, politics and business.The Shonnet Moore Show is aired every Thursday at 8:00pm – 9:00pm on HJTV. The show is pre-recorded and this adds to the quality of the production.The show seeks to empower women to be Architects of Change in their homes, their communities and across the country."Women have the power to be leaders in their communities and this will only be possible if they believe in themselves and value their worth" says Shonnet.
Recently GuyanaLime caught up with Shonnet. Read the exclusive interview with Ms. Moore.
Recently GuyanaLime caught up with Shonnet. Read the exclusive interview with Ms. Moore.
Did you always want to have your own TV Show?
"It was not something I longed for or even dreamt about but I could not turn my back on the issues affecting women. Women across Guyana are abused daily and many of them stay in these relationships because they believe they have no alternative or because they simply don’t know what the next step would be, so I decided to assist by doing what I thought would be most effective and that’s how the show started. Many persons see television show hosts as “attention seeking egotistical jerks” but I did this out of genuine compassion for other women.
How has your show evolved since you first started hosting to now?
"The show started when I was Editor of News 2 so based on a professional decision it was aired on Channel 2. I knew I wasn’t getting the desired target audience so I added Channel 67 to the medium for getting the show out. When I resigned from my post as Editor of News 2 to become a public relations consultant the show moved with me. It is now aired on Channel 72 and it has now been extended regionally and internationally. The show is now on CaribVision which is broadcasted around the Caribbean and parts of the US."
Being in the spotlight, how do you deal with negative criticism?
"Well…there is never a time when negative criticism doesn’t affect you. But you can use negative criticism to improve yourself or to even make you a stronger person and that’s what I do. I’ve also grown accustomed to this since I’ve done pageants also and pageant queens and delegates come second to politicians when it comes to being criticized."
Rumor has it, that you are planning on tying the knot soon, tell us more....
"Ummmm…that depends on how soon “soon” is . I have been in a relationship for about 5 years so I’m not at all surprised about the rumors about wedding bells ."
When you're not infront of the camera,what else are you up to?
"You might not believe it but work, work and even more work. I have a very demanding job and I am constantly reminded that I have to focus on other aspects of my life; even the show is often affected by my job. But I enjoy spending time with my family and my boyfriend. I also love dancing so you’ll definitely see me at concerts or occasional parties having fun."
What do you dislike about yourself?
"My inability to say NO. People often ask favors and I really can’t say no. I always make promises and very often I am not able to fulfill them ."
What is your fashion style ?
"I like to do me. I often go for really unique glamorous outfits. I love shoes; I have them in all styles and colours. I DO NOT WEAR SNEAKERS."
What is the greatest advice you have given someone?
Two things:
1. Be the change you want to see
2. Confidence leads to competence and competence feeds confidence
What else should Guyana know about Shonnet Moore?
"I consider myself to be a patriot. I am determined to assist in the development of Guyana. I believe in the rich potential of Guyana and Guyanese and I am positive that one day we will rise to become one of the world’s leaders."
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
"By then I would have already completed my degree in international relations and I would be a law student. I should be married by then, a little boy or girl you never know but one thing is sure, I will continue to assist in the empowerment of women."
GuyanaLime wishes to thank Shonnet Moore for participating in this interview and wishes her the best in her future endeavours. Continue to empower women and do what you do best Shonnet.
