The St. Cuthbert’s Mission/Pakuri Village Council has extended a heartfelt welcome to newly crowned Miss Amerindian Heritage 2026, Alliah Simon, celebrating her achievement as a proud and historic moment for the community.
Simon, who represented Region Four in the Miss Amerindian Heritage Pageant 2026, made history by becoming the first delegate from the region to capture the coveted crown in the pageant’s 25-year history.
Her achievement has sparked immense pride in her home community of Pakuri, where residents are celebrating not only her victory but the grace, strength and determination she displayed on the national stage.
In a touching message welcoming the new queen home, the St. Cuthbert’s Mission/Pakuri Village Council expressed its pride and wished Simon a meaningful and memorable reign.
“Our Queen (Alliah Simon), welcome home to your homeland!
We are so incredibly proud of you and wish you a beautiful and remarkable reign.
Pakuri is beyond proud of you. May your journey be one of grace, strength, and purpose.
Go down in history and let your legacy shine for generations to come.”
Simon’s historic victory represents another proud chapter for Pakuri Village and serves as an inspiration to young Indigenous women and girls across Guyana to confidently embrace their culture, pursue their aspirations and represent their communities with pride.
As she begins her reign as Miss Amerindian Heritage 2026, the support from her homeland is clear: Pakuri stands proudly behind its queen as she carries her crown, her culture and her community forward.
For the people of St. Cuthbert’s Mission/Pakuri Village, Alliah Simon has already made history — and her journey has only just begun.
