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Morocco World
18 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
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.
