Kim, tell us a little bit about your background?
I am a graduate of Rutgers University where I received a BA in Journalism and Media Studies. In my teens and early twenties, I worked as a fashion model doing print and runway modeling. In 2001, I moved to New York to further my modeling career and while there I transitioned into television.
Kim, what year were you Miss Liberia NJ? How did you feel when you first realized that you wereMiss Liberia NJ.
I competed as Miss Liberia NJ in the 2002-2003 pageant year. In 2002, New Jersey did not host a pageant and I was selected by a women's nonprofit organization to represent the state. I was very honored to have been chosen on such a short notice.
Tell us about your pageant experience?
My experience in pageantry has been wonderful. At the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant, I was impressed to see young Liberian women coming together in a positive environment to promote the beauty and intelligence of the Liberian woman. I am honored to have been a part of something that is so well received in our community.
How was the relationship between you and your fellow contestants?
The relationship between myself and the fellow contestants was supportive. I made lasting friendships after the pageant. One of my closest friends is Miss Pennsylvania 2002-2003, Johnetta Gblah.
How did you use your state crown to reach out to the Liberian Community?
New Jersey did not have a pageant director nor apageant system in place during my reign. My duties with the crown was very limited. After the competition, I integrated into the Liberian Community and became familiar with my surroundings.
Why did you decide to take on the role of Pageant Director for New Jersey?
New Jersey has not had a pageant director and I am excited about taking the pageant into a new direction. I see pageantry as a means to provide educational scholarships to participants and I will do the same for Liberian women in New Jersey. When we speak about pageantry people tend to focus on the beauty and glamour of the competition but The Miss Liberia NewJersey Scholarship Pageant is an excellent foundation for contestants to receive scholarships to further their education considering many are unable to attend college or a trade school due to financial constraints.
What did the pageant experience do for you?
Pageantry has given me the confidence to express my views about women and world issues. It has also created an avenue by which I can reach out to Liberians and people of all nationalities in my Community.
Describe life after pageantry? What are you doing for a living now? What organizations are you a part of?
By profession, I am an Associate Television Producer for CBS News New York. I produce television shows for CBS and documentaries for various cable networks such as The Biography Channel, Discover Channel,History Channel among others. I am a member of the The National Association ofBlack Journalists, as well as the President of Women's Vision for Progress. Women's Vision for Progress is a non profit community-based organization that mobilizes financial and material resources to support educational and charitable program activities of benefit to at-riskyouth in New Jersey and Liberia.
What would you tell a young Liberian female thinking about participating in the Miss Liberia inthe US Competition?
I would say the competition provides an opportunity to interact with your peers, improve your selfconfidence, and attain personal growth. You can also win money, further your education, and gained state andnational exposure. The lasting experience is what you make of it.
When is the Miss Liberia New Jersey Scholarship Pageant?
The 1st Annual Miss Liberia New Jersey Scholarship Pageant presented by Women's Vision for Progress is May 12, 2007 Rutgers University Paul Robeson Campus Center Newark, NJ Show time 8:00 P.M.
How can potential contestants contact you?
I can be reached via email at sieanyene2000@yahoo.com or at missliberianewjersey@yahoo.com. Please visit the pageant website at www.missliberianewjersey.org formore information.
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