![FOOD FOR THOUGHT [10TH JULY 2026] - While contestants at the National Carnival Queen Pageant are evaluated by an official panel of judges, many also face a second round of scrutiny on social media. From WhatsApp commentary to viral memes, online criticism has become an increasingly common part of the pageant experience. Recognizing the emotional impact this can have, the National Carnival Queen Pageant Committee says it is equipping delegates with the confidence and resilience needed to navigate the pressures of competing in the digital age. Kishan Smith has this story.](https://www.replay.gp/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
NCQ COMMITTEE TACKLES THE HIDDEN COST OF ONLINE JUDGEMENT
FOOD FOR THOUGHT [10TH JULY 2026] – While contestants at the National Carnival Queen Pageant are evaluated by an official panel of judges, many also face a second round of scrutiny on social media. From WhatsApp commentary to viral memes, online criticism has become an increasingly common part of the pageant experience. Recognizing the emotional impact this can have, the National Carnival Queen Pageant Committee says it is equipping delegates with the confidence and resilience needed to navigate the pressures of competing in the digital age. Kishan Smith has this story.
