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Morocco World
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Palestine Competes at Miss Universe for First Time Ever
Rabat – For the first time ever, Palestine will be represented at the Miss Universe pageant. Nadeen Ayoub, a former Miss Earth finalist, has been confirmed as the country's inaugural contestant at this year's 74th Miss Universe, set to take place on November 21 in Pak Kret, Thailand. Ayoub was crowned Miss Palestine in 2022. She made history by becoming the first Palestinian to compete at Miss Earth, finishing among the top five finalists. Born and raised between Palestine, the US, and Canada, she holds degrees in literature and psychology and is a certified wellness and nutrition coach, according to the New Arab. She is also an activist. Through the Sayidat Falasteen initiative, she promotes the voices and businesses of Palestinian women. In addition, she founded the Olive Green Academy that teaches environmental advocacy and digital media skills to help women launch sustainable enterprises and become climate ambassadors. 'I am proud to walk this path, especially in this time, when we all need to be a voice for Palestine,' she told The National. 'As Palestine endures heartbreak, especially in Gaza. I carry the voice of a people who refuse to be silenced. We are more than our suffering, we are resilience, hope and the heartbeat of a homeland that lives on through us,' Ayoub added. Reactions on social media has been both enthusiastic and heartfelt. Many say Ayoub's participation carries deep meaning beyond the pageant itself. At a time when Palestinians are enduring immense hardship under Israeli genocidal war, her presence on the Miss Universe stage is being seen as a powerful reminder that Palestinians exist, that they are real, and that their voices and identities cannot be erased. Supporters stress that this moment is more about visibility, dignity, and asserting the humanity of a people too often defined only by war and suffering. Tags: Miss UniversePalestine
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Nadeen Ayoub to represent Palestine at Miss Universe for the first time
Nadeen Ayoub will make history this year as the first woman to compete for Palestine at the Miss Universe pageant. The 27-year-old, crowned Miss Palestine in 2022, will take the stage in Pak Kret, Thailand, on November 21, marking the country's debut at the global competition since it began in 1952. Ayoub announced her participation on Instagram, wearing a traditional dress designed by Hiba Abdelkarim, featuring national colours and intricate embroidery. 'I am honoured to announce that for the first time ever, Palestine will be represented at Miss Universe,' she wrote. Her family originates from Yafa (Jaffa), and she spent her childhood between the West Bank, Canada and the United States. A graduate in literature and psychology from the University of Western Ontario, Ayoub works as a certified fitness coach and nutrition consultant. After winning Miss Palestine, she competed in Miss Earth 2022 in the Philippines, placing in the top five and earning the Miss Water 2022 title. Now based in Dubai, Ayoub is also an activist, founding the Olive Green Academy, the UAE's first centre training women in sustainability and AI. Her historic appearance at Miss Universe comes amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza, now in its 22nd month, as humanitarian conditions worsen.
Filipino Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Dubai-based Nadeen Ayoub to make history as first Miss Universe Palestine
Former Miss Earth finalist Nadeen Ayoub, a Dubai resident, will represent Palestine for the first time at the Miss Universe pageant, marking a historic debut for the nation. The Palestinian expat announced the news wearing a white dress adorned with traditional tatreez embroidery, a centuries-old art form used to tell stories through intricate patterns and colors. Ayoub, crowned Miss Earth Water in 2022, said she will use the Miss Universe stage to carry the voices of Palestinian women and children to a global audience. 'I step onto the Miss Universe stage not just with a title — but with a truth,' she said. 'We are more than our suffering — we are resilience, hope, and the heartbeat of a homeland that lives on through us.' The 2025 competition comes as conflict continues to affect thousands in Gaza, a reality Ayoub says adds a deeper sense of responsibility to her role. She is also the founder of Sayidat Falasteen, a platform under the Miss Palestine Organisation that showcases the resilience and achievements of Palestinian women. In addition to her advocacy work, Ayoub runs the Olive Green Academy, an education initiative focusing on sustainability and artificial intelligence. With 1.1 million Instagram followers, she hopes her voice will help highlight the strength and vision of Palestinians on one of the world's most-watched stages.
L'Orient-Le Jour
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Nadeen Ayoub, first woman to represent Palestine at Miss Universe
BEIRUT — She is the first woman to represent Palestine at the Miss Universe beauty contest, which will be held on Nov.21 in Pak Kret, Thailand for its 74th edition. Nadeen Ayoub, in her twenties, announced her participation on her social networks on Wednesday, stating that she wanted 'to be the voice of a people who refuse to be silenced.' Living between Dubai and Ramallah, the young woman grew up between Palestine, the United States and Canada. She holds a degree in literature and psychology, and is also a certified wellness and nutrition coach. Commitment to the Palestinian people Since winning her title as Miss Palestine, she has dedicated herself to highlighting women's stories and promoting their empowerment across the diaspora. On her social networks, the young activist also denounces the ongoing war in Gaza and its dramatic consequences for children. 'I represent every woman and every Palestinian child whose strength the world must see,' the young woman emphasized Wednesday in a video announcing her participation in the international contest, dressed in a traditional gown adorned with embroidery by Palestinian designer Hiba Abdelkarim, known especially for dressing Queen Rania of Jordan. 'We are more than our suffering. We are resilience, hope, and the heartbeat of a homeland that lives through us,' she added. Crowned in 2022, Ayoub is no stranger to international recognition. That same year, she was among the five finalists of Miss Earth, becoming the first Palestinian woman to participate in this global environmental contest, in which another Arab candidate, Iraqi Jihane Majid, also took part. Ayoub was awarded the honorary title of Miss Earth Water. Three years later, she founded the Olive Green Academy platform, promoting sustainability by training Palestinian women in climate issues and digital media.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Nadeen Ayoub, first Miss Palestine in Miss Universe after decades of absence? Fans warn: ‘Israel will target her'
Nadeen Ayoub is set to make history as Palestine's first representative at Miss Universe in decades. The Dubai-based model's participation has generated widespread excitement, but some fans have also voiced concerns, warning that her appearance could draw political attention from Israel. Her debut is a landmark moment for Palestine on the global pageant stage. Before we dive into all the concerns online, let's take a look at who Nadeen Ayoub is. Who is Nadeen Ayoub? Nadeen Ayoub is a Dubai-based Palestinian-Canadian model, wellness coach, and humanitarian. She became the first Palestinian woman to win a major international beauty pageant when she was crowned Miss Earth Water in 2022. Raised in Palestine, the U.S., and Canada, Ayoub has a degree in literature and psychology and is a certified wellness and nutrition coach. She focuses on women's health, environmental awareness, and challenging stereotypes about Palestinians and Arabs. She also founded Olive Green Academy, which supports sustainability and empowers Palestinian women through education and digital media. Internet feels Israel is going to target her The Israel-Palestine conflict is a long-standing territorial and political dispute with deep historical, religious, and humanitarian roots. Amid rising tensions, many online speculate that Palestine's participation in Miss Universe could draw negative attention from Israel. Taking to Reddit, one wrote, 'Israel is going to target her now.' Another added, 'I never paid attention to Miss Universe but why didn't they let Palestine participate earlier?.' A third went on to add, 'We'll need air defenses around the competition, wouldn't want a certain country air striking the contestants.' When is Miss Universe 2025? The 74th Miss Universe pageant is set for November 21, 2025, at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. While the event will take place in the morning local time, it will be broadcast in North America on the evening of November 20, 2025. This will be the third year in a row that the pageant is held in November.
