Beauty Pageant: Ms. Utah Asia and Ms. United Nations Presentation Night

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Some people say that women are competitive by nature like contenders out staging each other on the catwalk  – like in a beauty pageant.  Here in Utah, many beauty pageants are more than just a fashion show. Pageantry has become a popular method to promote a cause and venue for young women to get involved in their community.

Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations are one of these pageants. Young girls are given the opportunity to show their cultural roots and promote social awareness on cultural diversity in the community. Hopeful candidates also compete not only for the honor of winning the title but to also earn scholarship awards for college. Alisha Lee, reigning Ms. Legacy, eloquently pronounced that beauty pageants are rather a “celebration of beauty”, where women are given the opportunity to show the best version of themselves.  She added that women should really not compete but aim at achieving their fullest potential.

Reigning Queens Platform

I had the opportunity to not only witness diverse beauties but also listen to eloquent young women at the Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations Presentation Night held at Red Lion Hotel.

Nilufar Sherzod

Reigning Miss Asia Utah and former Ms. United Nations, Nilufar Sherzod, articulated her platform on peace in the community amidst the issue on terrorism that puts the Muslim community in a bad light. This beauty from Tajikistan believes that education is essential in bringing people together in peace, regardless of race, color and religion. Nilufar just presented a timely reminder as the nation this year marked the 11th anniversary of the day terrorists attacked the twin towers of Manhattan's World Trade Center.

Maria Jose Turitich Asuncion

Another beauty, this year’s Ms. United Nations, Maria Jose Turitich Asuncion of Paraguay origin voiced her platform on the empowerment of young women. Raised by a single mother, Maria strongly believes in education. Maria stressed that her mother fought hard in life and never lost her desire to learn. She also expressed her deep admiration for her grandmother as she quoted her to be a great example of service.

Aside from her profound statement on beauty pageants, Alisha Lee, reigning Ms. Legacy, advocates against domestic violence. In a little chat with her, she said that she actively participates in initiatives to empower women.

Alisha Lee

Alisha, Nilufar and Maria are your typical beauty queens– beautiful, witty and confident. At the same time, they are extraordinary young women who through their appearances and active participation in community programs, inspire and motivate young women achieve their best and be an asset and pride to their community. Their beauties will surely go far!

To grace the show, Nilufar and Maria wowed the audience with their cultural dance presentation.  The pageant night for both titles will be held on November 3rd at the Kearns High School Auditorium. Details later.

  

The Candidates for Ms. United Nations 2012

 The Candidates for Ms. Asia Utah 2012

The Organizers

Eunice Jones, Dana Rossi, Agnes Higley

The Host

Czarina Trinidad

Learn more about Ms. Asia Utah at http://www.usasiarisingstar.com and Ms. United Nations at http://missunpageant.com/MissUNPageant/Miss_Un_Pageant.html


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