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M ISS NEW JERSEY INTERNATIONAL

ANDRIANNAACOSTA

ANDRIANNAACOSTA Wh o Is An dr ian n a?

We are all born to make an impact...and that is exactly what Miss New Jersey International, Andrianna Acosta is doing. As a Hispanic minority, it became Andrianna?s mission to help bring awareness to and prevent human trafficking in minority and low-income neighborhoods.

Her title of Miss New Jersey International helps to amplify her mission on a state level, and now on a national level as she prepares for her journey to Nationals.

The Miss International Pageant system promotes today?s women and their accomplishments. Women are finding this system to be the perfect opportunity to work with their community and family to become a positive role model. Andrianna finds it a true honor to represent her state on the national stage in this system.

In her day-to-day life, Andrianna is a woman in STEM, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Multimedia Design and Development. She proudly is the first in her family to graduate with Magna Cum Laude honors.

Andrianna is also a signed model, showcasing that beauty comes in different hair textures, skin colors, scars, and heights. As a model, she proudly wears her chest scar, one she received after undergoing open heart surgery as an infant, so that others can learn to love their scars as well.

Andrianna encourages others to think about what impact they?re making. She knows how she is making hers? now how are you making yours?

Her Im pact Andrianna is proud to partner as an ambassador with the Safe House Project, an organization dedicated to providing safe homes and resources for trafficking survivors. She is also an official mentor for The Evoluer House?s ?Summer Series?, where she has the opportunity to mentor teen girls in Philadelphia. The Evoluer House is an organization that helps to build girls up and prepare them for the future. The organization has been recognized by former President Barack Obama for their 11 years of service to young urban girls. Andrianna is also a book reader for low-income and education neighborhoods as a way to encourage reading and education, as well as speaks in elementary and middle schools about social media safety. Andrianna has also proudly worked with other organizations including Love146, Free for Life International, The American Heart Association, the Food Bank of South Jersey, and more. breakthechainofht.com Follow her at@MissNJIntl Photos: Jessielyn Palumbo MUA: Angelica Alberti

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APRIL TOP MODEL ELIZABETH FRISK

MISS TEENAGER USA 2020

Elizabet h E. Fr isk began pageantry in early January of 2020.

In her short pageant career, she was appointed with the title "Miss Teenager USA 2020". Like many current queens, her preparation has been unconventional due to the COVID-19 pandemic, nevertheless, that has not limited her evolution as a representative. Elizabeth currently resides in Panama as she furthers her studies and reinforces her second language, Spanish.

Being a certified artisan of traditional hairpieces known as ?tembleques?, and a long-time bake. Elizabeth is the owner of two small businesses known as "Eli Tembleques" and "Under Eli's Knife" respectively. Her long-term goals are to author cookbooks and open restaurants that fuse her American/Panamanian background, open youth centers in the name of her foundation BuildPanama, and start a successful blog about her journey.

As the founder of the non-profit organization BuildPanama, Elizabeth aims to become a resource to assist children and their families in times of need; so, the next generation has a greater chance of a better tomorrow. Elizabeth was named an ambassador for the Panama Academica foundation, for environmental awareness, and the inclusion of children and youth with disabilities.

A graduate of ?The Oxford School? with a Bachelor ?s in Science and an international degree from Cambridge, Elizabeth is now studying Communications at Quality Leadership University, an affiliate of Louisville University.

When possible, she travels between the U.S. and Panama to remain connected to her roots and continue her charity work.

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ELIZABETH FRISK INTERVIEW

by Er ica Car n egie

Q: Congratulations on your new title! What's next? Do you compete in an International Pageant?

A: We have the International Pageant coming up in July, and I am very excited because it will be my first time traveling somewhere other than the USA or Panama. I am very excited to explore Guatemalan history, tradition, and culture.

Something about history and culture has always been very important to me! We also have interviews scheduled, and I am trying to be proactive in my community during the pandemic to show others that they matter.

Q: What are you most excited about for the International Pageant?

A: I am most excited to explore the gastronomy of Guatemala.

For me food is a universal language. It's a way to connect everybody no matter which language you speak, your background, or where you come from.

Q: A big part of pageantry is volunteer work and being active in your community. Tell us about your non-profit "Build Panama".

A: Of course! My non-profit was founded in March 2020 and is called ?Build Panama?, and my goal is to be a resource for families and children who may not be as well off as others. I grew up in schools where most of the population did not come from the best background, but that doesn't negate the fact that we all deserve to have a bright future, to have the basic resources and opportunities that every child needs so they can grow, develop, and really look forward to tomorrow.

Q: What advice would you give someone who is new to pageants?

A: I say to never be afraid! Never be afraid to start something new. For example, I was someone who was a skeptic of pageants at first, but I am glad to have proven myself wrong by joining and exploring it first-hand. I don't think people should be afraid of criticism because at the end of the day it's a base to see where we can improve ourselves overall. So, my biggest advice would be to not be afraid!!

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JAIDAJOLLEY

Int er nat ional Unit ed Miss Texas Junior Teen

Jaida Jolley International United Miss Texas Junior Teen Jaida Jolley is the reigning International United Miss Texas Junior Teen for the International United Miss pageant system. She will represent the state of Texas at the international competition in Galloway, New Jersey this July.Jaida?s career ambition is to become a veterinarian for exotic animals and she is part of the competition Vet-Med team for the FFA at her high school. She is also a recipient of the ?Congress of Future Medical Leaders Award? for her exemplary academic achievement and potential to excel in the field of Veterinarian medicine.

She is a skilled performer and speaker, earning first place in Modern Oratory for the University Interscholastic League last year. Jaida is an exemplary student and has achieved straight A?s throughout her years of school. She enjoys theater and has had many different roles, including the lead role of Hermia in ?A Midsummer Night?s Dream?.

Jaida has contributed many hours of community service as a titleholder. She has organized and raised money for the World Health Organization?s Covid-19 Response Fund, donated food and much needed supplies to her local animal shelter, and currently works to promote her platform ?BE W.E.L.L? by educating others about the importance of nutritious eating and exercise. ?BE W.E.L.L.? stands for ?WORKOUT, EAT well, and LEARN the ways you LOVE to move?. Jaida teaches others to live healthy lifestyles by hosting mini boot-camps, where she teaches creative and fun ways to get moving! She also shares healthier versions of her favorite recipes on social media and encourages others to try them. One way Jaida likes to exercise herself is on the aerial silks. Just as she climbs the aerial silks, Jaida is a go-getter and will continue to climb to new heights!

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USA NATIONAL MISS MARYLAND 2021

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UNM WEST VIRGINIA TEEN 2021

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MISS DC COLLEGIATE 2021

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MISS NORTHWEST DC TEEN USA 2021

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MISS PENNSYLVANIA JR HIGH 2021

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UNM VIRGINIA JR TEEN 2021

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KRISCHELLLEWIS USA NATIONAL M ISS M ARYLAND

Krischell Lewis is a 23-year-old graduate from Mount St. Mary?s University with a B.S. in Biology and your USA National Miss Maryland 2021. Krischell has been competing in pageants since 2013 and has loved every minute of the glitz, glamour, and community involvement. She works closely with Happy Helpers for the Homeless, The CrownCARES, and her own personal platform called Invisible Hearts- which promotes an education in Social Emotional Learning and the importance of small gestures of kindness. When you can?t find her on the stage, she?s working as a Teaching Assistant under City Year Inc. creating fun interactive math lessons for her students and fostering positive conversations about the importance of our emotions.

However, when she?s not in the classroom, you can catch her drawing, sewing, or playing with her kitten Dr. Noodle

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RACHELLAGUNA M ISS VENEZUELA GLOBE Rachel Laguna was born in Caracas, Venezuela. She was raised in Bolívar, Venezuela and at the age of 10, her family immigrated to Washington, D.C. During her formative years, her parents taught her a love for music and for her native country, Venezuela. Rachel learned to play the flute, piccolo, and percussion from an early age.

She graduated from George Mason University in 2011 with two Bachelor degrees in International Relations and Foreign Languages.

For 10 years, she was a cheerleading coach for different teams in the United States. In 2013, she led her team to USA Nationals and achieved third place in the country. She has also been awarded the best choreographer and cheerleading coach at the national level.

After college, Rachel dedicated her life to serving her community by entering a career in Social Services. To this day, she still loves working to help children and families in need. Since a young age, she has worked to help the Venezuelan community and belongs to different organizations of social and charitable works that help refugees from Venezuela and that keep the Venezuelan culture alive in the United States.

In 2020, she joined the Board of Advisors of The National Polycystic Syndrome Association. The association works to advocate for women?s healthcare and increase funding and research for women with PCOS. Rachel was diagnosed with this syndrome in 2012 and has worked with Congress to advocate for women with PCOS. She was Miss Venezuela for Washington DC 2019 and Ms. Virginia 2020. In January 2020, the director of Mrs. Globe Venezuela selected Rachel as the delegate for Venezuela for Mrs. Globe 2021. Rachel will compete in Mrs. Globe this December in China. During her year of reign, Rachel plans to travel to Venezuelan refugee camps to highlight the refugee crisis and be a voice for Venezuelan people.

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Ms. Senior World Pageant will be held in Biloxi, Mississippi November 5th-10th 2021 DeeAnna Krier is an entrepreneur from North Texas. She has owned her marketing company Mercer Events and Promotions for 41 years.She created and hosted countless events in Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex for profit and nonprofit organizations alike. She is highly active in her community and a member of the Chamber of Commerce. She has served as Board Director and Ambassador for several years.

DeeAnna is also the majority owner of a BBQ restaurant with her husband of 27 years as her partner. The restaurant has been open for 21 years as of this March. She has won multiple awards including New Business of the Year in 2002, People?s Choice Award in 2015, and Business of the Year in 2020.

Hoping to transition her success to the pageant world, DeeAnna entered her first pageant, Ms. Senior World, where she was crowned Ms. Senior World North Texas 60. Her platform is ?OPEN COMMUINTY?- Prosper your Neighbor, Prosper Yourself. She speaks on the Three C?s to keeping your business open.Commit, Contribute, and Commerce. With 41 years of entrepreneurship experience, she hopes to teach new business owners the rewards and challenges to expect along the way and to keep the attitude of ?I will stay open.? In addition, DeeAnna has two daughters and two dogs

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USA - Th ailan d - Can ada Pu er t o Rico - Ph ilippin es Jam aica

Zozibin i Tu n zi M iss Un iver se 2019 Miss Universe 2019, the 68th Miss Universe pageant, was held on December 8, 2019 at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Catriona Gray of the Philippines crowned her successor Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa at the end of the event. This was South Africa's third win after a victory in 2017. This edition also saw the crowning of the first black woman winner since Leila Lopes was crowned in 2011.

Contestants from 90 countries and territories participated in the competition. The pageant was hosted by Steve Harvey for the fifth consecutive year.

Photos courtesy of Miss Universe

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