Miss Germany

Fatima Funk

Profession:
Teacher

Environmental Concern:
I would visit children in the Kindergarten, and make sure that they are already informed about the pollution of our environment. Getting to know our environment, teaching them how to protect our nature and to make sure they understand how important it its to keep our surroundings in perfect condition for the next generation. I am sure if they learn this a little children, they will deal with our mother Earth with much more care.

What makes you proud of your country:
Personally I am proud that Germany is a multicultural and multireligious state. The stolen “Die Welt zu Gast bei Freunden” (The world as guest is with friends) as used for this years Football championship puts it right; everyone is welcome here. It is ofadvantage living in a Country with so many different culture and religious next to each other. That way you can get taste of foreign cultures right here. The football championships showed to the world how everyone here celebrates a big event; this summer surely was very special, as regardless of the team they supported people from all over the world gathered together and celebrated one big party. Of course I got struck by the enthusiasm as well and supported the German team, for all the visitors it became obvious, that within Germanys society sport plays one very important role. Many people used the chance to visit different regions of Germany and discovered the differences in landscapes. From the Alps in the south of Germany with snow covered mountains to the beautiful beaches in the north of Germany there are many places to discover and spent some relaxing time. There are many different sights that reflect the Germany History. Personally I like the Brandenburg Gate which was symbol of Gemany’s unification. A large majority of the people realize, that to take care of our environment is certainly the most important topic to date. Many people start in their private home with little things. E.g. saving energy, recycling used things and save water. The political ides of our Government concerning the environment are supported by many people, especially the focus on alternative energy forms like wind energy or solar power. Germany ranks number on in the number of invitations mad, throughout the years many important inventions have been made that changed aspects of our modern life: the cat, TV Telephone ate amongst the most significant ones. But also the toothpaste, Coffee filter, electric bulbs are German inventions, not to forget the nuclear Fission. Then Albert Einstien, of course you have to be proud of all this. Concerning Music there are many world famous composers, like Johan’s Sebastian Bach and Ludwig van Beethoven. Geman ranks number 4 on the list of the most important music markets worldwide and has a strong influence especially on the field of electronic music. Some famous top models like Heidi Klum and Claudia Schiffer where born in Germany, and Designers like Karl Lagerfeld, Hugo Boss or Jill Sanders have a highly respected reputation for their perfect and trendy work. To represent this diverse country with its interesting culture and livery atmosphere at the upcoming Miss EARTH Contest 2006 in Manila, Philippines makes me proud and I consider it being it a big honor.