Post your questions to Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K. Doe

Is there something you have been wanting to know about our queen? How was her pageant experience? How has reign been going. What type of work does she do in the community? From now till the end the end of March post your questions on Liberian Pageants and have your questions answered by Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K. Doe. Set an Example, Make a difference, be a true queen Miss Liberia in the US Sign up today www.missliberia.org

Scholarships, Scholarships, Scholarships...

A scholarship is an attractive word used when "free money" is given by an organization to an indivdual that does not need to be paid back. Scholarships can offered from different sources such as federal and state governments, private sources, non profit organizations among other entities. Scholarship awards range from a few to thousands and thousands of dollars.

People can be come eligible for scholarships in many ways.
These include:
Academic performance
Athletic achievement
Financial need
Religious affiliation
Minority status
Heritage
Community affiliations
last but not least
A unique set of criteria that's important to the organization providing funds

Pageants provide the atmosphere where women have to meet a certain unique criteria to win an assortment of gifts prizes and "free money" scholarships

Since 2000, the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant has provided gifts, prizes and "free money" scholarships to many Liberian women across the US.

So I ask you. What makes the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant different from other "scholarship" pageants out there???


Not much.

The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant
Set an Example
Make a difference
Be a true queen

What is the purpose of having an Official in Miss Liberia (in Liberia) as well as a Miss Liberia in the United States Pageant???

For almost a generation, our country Liberia has gone throughout many hardships: military coups civil wars and years and years of corruption. Our nation was left in total shambles. Many Liberians fled to other countries all over the world. However, it is no secret that majority of Liberians took refuge in the United States. During the last generation, many Liberians took root here and found jobs, bought homes, raised familes, and had to quickly adapt to the ways of the American culture. Young Liberian females who were raised or born in the United States slowly began to lose the opportunity to learn about their Liberian heritage, culture, and values.

In 2000, a group of strong and promising Liberian women joined together to form LUWIP. Liberian United Women in Progress This non-profit and non-political organization's main objective is to promote and support young Liberian women by empowering them to achieve their personal and professional goals, while providing a forum for them to express their opinions, talents, and intelligence.

The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant provides an oppourtunity for females of Liberian decent to immerse themselves in the Liberian culture and to make a difference in the Liberian communities here in the United States as well as back home.

The reigning Miss Liberia in the US primary role is to serve as an ambassador to help promote positive Liberian awareness here in the United States and abroad, to serve as a positive role model to young Liberian women, to be a humanitarian by assisting various organizations in the rebuliding of our homeland, and to promote and educate youth on Liberian culture, customs and moral values.

The LUWIP Organization recognizes, respects, and fully supports the Original Miss Liberia Pageant in Liberia. Liberia is a sovereign nation and the Nation’s Queen should represent Liberian’s all around the world in all world competitions. The LUWIP Organization's goal is to be of support and assist the Original Miss Liberia Organization in Liberia in promoting a positive image and creating a unified Liberia.

For more information on the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant as well as the LUWIP organziation please visit

www.missliberia.org

www.luwip.org

Contestants Corner: How to win with class and lose with dignity

I have been involved in pageantry for approxmiately 5 years. Pageant coaches including my self train their contestants on just about every aspect of the competition. They are are coached on walk, talk, stance, ettiquette, current events, hair, makeup, attire, smiling, platform developing, among a whole slew other topics. However, I never really hear about pageant coaches focusing one of the most important topics that there is in a pageant competition, learning how to win with grace and to lose with dignity.

The key to being a winner in anything you do is indeed to master how to win with grace and to lose with dignity.

A man once said to me "The secret to being a winner lies in your pattern of thought - your attitude. Your attitude will determine whether you are successful or not. Be careful what you are saying to yourself because you will believe what you say. Think right and you will do right. It is easier to think negatively than positively because it takes a greater effort and a stronger more secure person to be positive about things. Avoid looking for excuses, instead look for solutions."

True inner character will reveal itself by how you react after you lose. That is why you have to learn how to lose with dignity before you can learn how to win with class. Learning how to lose with dignity is far more difficult.

It is easier to be a winner when you have won and it takes more self-confidence and courage to lose with dignity. Lessons learned in a losing effort are more likely to be reinforced than those learned in a winning effort. In pageantry, young women have to realize the essence of success lies in the full out effort brought forth in competition. This effort centers on controlling what we have control over and not worrying about that which we have little or no control over.

We have control over developing, improving and perfecting physical, technical, tactical and artistic components of our performance. We have little or no control over officiating, or judging decisions, etc. For example, a pageant contestant should never lose a competition because of poor preparation. Getting your platform, outfits, talent and bodies into superior shape is what you have the most control over. Failing to prepare any of the above components is preparing for failure.

It is important to focus on putting forth a full 100 percent effort in controlling that which we have the most control over. Pageants are won before hand in the training sessions. When you step out to compete, you must know that you have prepared more than your opponent has. This being the case you will develop an attitude, in which you will refuse to lose in any conditions that you have control over. This is what I call confidence; although, be careful not to be over-confident as this could lead to detrimental results. Being confident is knowing you can lose, but thinking you will win. Being over confident is knowing and thinking you will win. Think of every competitive opportunity as a championship event, and where your opponent will challenge you to the best of your abilities.

More is not always better than less, because working harder is not better than working smarter. Working smarter means being productive by doing the right things, the right amount, and at the right time in order to improve physically, technically, tactically, and artistically.

Never worry about the outcome, focus on your performance, the lessons learned, and you will come out a winner. Remember that there lies a possibility that you can lose and still perform well.

Food for thought :Prayer Request
Lord, I will try to learn the lesson You have been teaching me all my Christian life-how to lose. The Christian life is the life of great losses. The natural man always wants to come in first; the true disciple of Jesus learns how to come in last. Look how Jesus lost. He lost the confidence of John the Baptist (Matthew 11:3); He lost many disciples (John 6:66); He lost his dignity, respect, and clothing (Matthew27:29,35); and most important, He lost his life.

But in the end we have the true victory!!!

Miss Liberia in the US State Preliminary Pageants

Miss Liberia in the US /Rhode Island State Preliminary Pageant

Miss Liberia Rhode Island State Pageant

Sunday April 29 2007 4pm

Knights of Columbus

15 Bassett Street

North Providence Rhode Island

Adult Advance tickets $20.00

Adult At the door $25.00

Student Advance tickets $10.00 with ID

Student Advance at the door $15.00

Liberian Pageants talks to New Jersey Pageant Director Kim Bowman-Trinity

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.

Miss Liberia Ro-Pauline K Doe interviews with VOICE OF AMERICA

On Friday Feb 16 2007, Miss Liberia in the US Miss Ro Pauline K Doe arrived at the Voice of America Headquaters to meet with the entire crew of the Africa News Divison. Upon her arrival the queen was greeted and warmly rececived by the entire Africa News staff. She was then given a tour of the news center and given a brief history of VOA and its main headquarters. The Queen went on to meet with Daybreak Africa Host, James Butty and Nightline Africa Mr Ted Roberts.

Day break Africa is a 30 minute lively breakfast show that airs 4 times each morning 0300, 0400, 0500 and 0600 UTC.
Daybreak Africa looks at the latest developments on the continent, starting with headline news and providing in-depth interviews, reports from VOA correspondents, the latest in business and sports and a selection of listeners' letters.
Daybreak Africa is twinned with the 30 minute World News Now program at 0330, 0430, 0530 and 0630 UTC to provide a seamless hour of comprehensive news coverage.

Nightline Africa, hosted by Ted Roberts highlights the latest developments in Africa and around the world. Nightline Africa includes a weekly roundup of the top stories on the continent.
Nightline Africa presents VOA correspondents, in-depth interviews, music, literary and cultural events. The program is paired with Weekend News that airs Saturday and Sunday at 1600 and 1800 UTC, providing the latest world news.

After meeting both host, the Queen was then invited into their studios where she went on to do promotional recordings for VOA's DayBreak Africa as well as the evening Program, Nightline Africa

After completing the promotions she taken asked to do a studio interview to discuss her and promote her chosen platform promoting HIV/AIDS among Liberia's youth.

Check back on Liberian Pageants to find out when her interview airs on VOA

The Voice of America, which first went on the air in 1942, is a multimedia international broadcasting service funded by the U.S. government through the Broadcasting Board of Governors. VOA broadcasts more than 1,000 hours of news, information, educational, and cultural programming every week to an estimated worldwide audience of more than 115 million people. Programs are produced in 44 languages.

Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K Doe attends United Nations Confrence

On Thursday February 16, Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K. Doe arrived in New York City to attend a UN Conference on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination and Violence against the Girl Child. The United Nations Organization established in 1945, serves to maintain international peace and security; to develop friendly relations among nations; to cooperate in solving international economic, social, cultural and humanitarian problems and in promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms; and to be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations in attaining these ends. On Thursday a group of international panelist met in the halls of the UN discussed the topic "Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination and Violence against the Girl Child.

The UN Sponsor for the Confrence was the Department of Economic and Affairs. Other Sponsor included the Division for the Advancement of Women and the NGO Committee on the Commission on the Status of Women Activities. Presentations were conducted by NGO and DAW panelists and followed by a general discussion.

The conference served as part of a ongoing mentoring program for the Liberian Queen to immerse herself and to become familar with various world issues.

The upon reasearch and attending the conference she was infomed of various forms of Discrimation and violences amongst female children around the world. Among these were

• Early Marriage/ Child Marriage


• Female Genital Mutilation


• Vulnerable girls in industuralized countries


• female foeticide (the practice of aborting female fetuses)


• Child Labour


• Child Sexual Abuse


• Girls in Prisons

After the confrence I had an opportunity to catch up with Ro-Pauline and ask her about her thoughts on the confrence. "After the conference I realized how important role of being Miss Liberia in the US really is. In many places around the world many girls are not getting the type of education, exposure or mentoring needed to improve their standard of living. This holds true for my homeland Liberia. After leaving this confrence, I am even more determined serve as a positive role model Liberian girls here in the US and back home."

Liberian Pageants talks to Miss Liberia Maryland 2006-2007 Chelesy Abrams

As Miss Liberia Maryland, what is your platform?
As Miss Liberia Maryland, I like to focus on financial literacy. I have a background in accounting and understand the importance of proper financial management. I believe this is something all young Liberians should be aware of in order to help them excel in life.

Chelsey, tell me about your pageant experience. What was the thing you enjoyed the most about your trip to Philadelphia?
The pageant experience was one like no other. I really enjoyed getting out there and interacting with the people. We did some promotions for the pageant and meet and greets with people around the city. It was really nice.

How did your relate to your fellow contestants.
The other girls and I had a great deal of respect for one another. We all were cordial and supportive and still keep in touch.

What was your biggest challenge preparing for the National Competition?
My biggest challenge preparing for the National Competition was deciding and preparing my talent.

As a state queen you are seen as a role model to the Liberian youth in Maryland. Tell me what is the biggest problem you see facing the Liberian youth in Maryland today?

One of the biggest problems I see facing Liberian youth in Maryland is media influence. I believe there are so many youth that strive to emulate some of the media figureheads that they sometimes lose sight of reality.
Who do you look to as a role model and why?
I look at all the women in my family as role models. I have so many beautiful and intelligent women who are great mothers, friends, sisters, cousins, and overall good people who have made something of their lives achieving high educational goals and standards.

What would you like to tell young ladies who are considering to participate in the next Miss Liberia Maryland State Pageant?
Stay strong, know who you are and be proud and confident in who you are. People will see the good example you are leading and will want to follow in your footsteps.

Where do you see yourself in the next ten years???
In the next ten years I see myself as a successful business woman, running my own tax firm and non-profit scholarship organization. I also see myself with a family enjoying life to the fullest.

When your reign as Miss Liberia Maryland ends, how would you like to be remembered?
When my reign as Miss Liberia Maryland ends, I would like to be remembered as a good role model.

The Miss USA Scandal (Liberian Pageants would like to hear from you.)

When you turn on TV these days, you can't help to coming across news story or an interview talking about Donald Trump's Miss USA's Miss Tara Conner's involvement with alcohol drinking, drug use, promiscuity. She stood to lose her crown to the 1st runner up from California.

Despite the blatant breach of contract between Tara Conner and Miss USA Organization, Mr Trump decided to give Miss Conner as second chance at the title.

From since then other state pageant title holders have stepped down due to various breaches of their contracts.

Liberian Pageants would like to hear from you.

Do you think Donald made the right decision to give Miss Conner a second chance? What does it say to the credibility of that pageant organization. What message does it say to other young ladies around America and around the world? Should the first runner up had stepped in temporarily while Miss Conner went through therapy? Also, is 4 weeks enough time for drug and alcohol therapy?

Post your comments below.

Contestant's Corner : Discovering your Pageant Talent

When I approach young women about participating in a pageant, they are usually very excited. However, some may look at me and say I would love to but I don’t have any talent. That really does sadden me because I strongly do believe that everyone possesses talent. The problem comes from ladies not knowing what their talent is or not ever having the opportunity to develop the talent they have.

How Does One Find Their Pageant Talent?
To do that one must ask themselves two basic questions?
(1) What is it that I enjoy doing; and (2) What drives me to desire more of it?

Maybe you enjoy singing: Perhaps you find yourself constantly singing alone or along with the radio. However you have never had the opportunity to join a choir, take classes, or better yet sing a solo in front of other people.

Maybe you enjoy theatre: Perhaps you were involved in a school play and you enjoyed acting in front of an audience however you never pursued your talent by taking some high school or college drama classes.

Maybe you love to dance: You go to parties and dance the night away however you have never taken a single formal dance class.

Maybe you enjoy poetry: You may have written some poetry but you may have never had the opportunity to recite one of your poems in front of an audience.

These are just of few the many talents that may lie dormant inside you waiting for you to discover them. Take some time out to discover your passion.

Once you have discovered your new found talent, the next thing you would need to do is to develop and nurture it. Developing your talent is not a process that has a definite ending. It is something that constantly changes and improves over time. Even the most talented person needs to develop their talent on an ongoing basis.

How Does One Develop Their Talent?

Practice: The best way to develop your talent is obviously thru practice. The more you practice the better you become.

Take classes: Many schools, community centers and colleges offer various classes for various types of talent. This might be a great way to practice for an upcoming competition as well as getting extra credit for school.

Hire a talent coach: Talent Coaches give you one on one mentoring and help immensely in developing your talent. Hiring a talent coach can prove to be a little pricey. However, the benefit from one on one training is quite beneficial.

Things To Remember When Developing Your Talent:

Uniqueness: Whatever your talent is let it be reflective of you. Do not worry about what others may have done and try to mimic past performances. Be Original.

Practice: The more you practice the less stressful you are during competition and the smoother your performance will go.

Choose an area in your talent that you can perfect: Sometimes I feel that contestants choose certain songs, dances, or skits solely on the basis that it may be popular choice or "in thing" at that time. They do not take in consideration the complexity, details, or the physical limitations that might prevent them from executing their talent to almost near perfection. For example, if your voice range cannot accommodate a song by Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey or Celine Dion, I would strongly suggest not singing it. Choose a selection that your voice range can accommodate. Or better yet adjust your voice so you can harmonize with the song without risking the possibility of singing off key. Remember singing should seem effortless. Appropriately adjusting your vocal range can also help to add your own unique flair to the song.

Have others critique your talent: Ask for critique of you talent from others before your competition. This may be the hardest yet the most important thing you do. Find people who will provide you with an unbiased opinion. Getting criticism from others allows you to fine tune your talent so that your best is put forward on the day of competition.

Your attire: Appearance is everything even in your talent competition. Make sure that your attire complements your talent and you complement the attire. Creativity is functionality is key when selecting pageant attire. If you are dancing to ballet or jazz piece, consider choosing an outfit that accentuates the fluid like moves in your dance. If you are reciting poetry perhaps wear an outfit that reflects what the poem is about.

Go for what you know: If you are good actor and not a good vocalist you might want to stay away from a musical play piece. Consider doing a strong dramatic role that will highlight your acting capabilities. Concentrate on what you’re good at and perfect it.

In conclusion, everyone has some form of talent. Here is to hoping you find your pageant talent. By nurturing and developing your new found talent your onstage performance is sure to be a knockout.

Liberian Business-owners support partnership between Miss Liberia Maryland and Virginia Pageants

For Immediate Press Release
Press Contact
Cianna Cooper 240-694-5835 pressrooom@missliberiamaryland.org
Event Contact
Yaetoe McIntosh 804-307-7694 mailto:804-307-7694info@missliberiavirginia.com

Gaithersburg,Maryland -- Feburary 1 2007
For the first time in Liberian US Pagaent history, the candidates for Miss Liberia Maryland and Miss Liberia Virginia will be combined into one star-studded evening of competition; beauty, glamour and intellect; announced producers Cianna Cooper and Yaetoe McIntosh.

According to the producers the strategic decision will allow them to collaborate in an unprecedented way. With both states working together, they can draw from a pool of talented candidates without taking away from the other's value. By working together, we can combine our resources to develop the best candidates in a team environment, which will yield a high energy and quality production; said Cianna Cooper, producer and owner of GEM Imaging Events & Studios.

After our first round of auditions held in Janurary, I became even more excited about our partnership. The young ladies are extremely confident and well rounded. It should be a pretty tough competition; commented Yaetoe McIntosh, producer and owner of Cammepa Productions.

During the auditions, producers invited the young ladies to participate in a phone conference with Chelsey Abrams, the reigning Ms. Liberia Maryland. During the teleconference with Chelsey, the young ladies received words of support while utilizing the opportunity to ask questions about the competition.

When asked about their decision to participate in the completion, one of the candidates, Elenora Peter responded that to become Miss Liberia in Virginia gives me an opportunity to speak to the youth of Liberia in the United States about the importance of following your dreams. Achieving your dreams involves trials and tribulations, however, as long as you have goals, determination, work ethics regardless of the obstacle your dreams can and will be accomplished.

With the positive mission of developing and promoting national leadership among young women in the Liberian community, the annual competition provides a forum that allows state delegates to pursue and achieve their educational, career personal goals. These are key reasons why Liberian businesses and business owners are coming on board to sponsor this wonderful event. Producers say that they receive calls from interested sponsors and appreciate that Lovely Shades Cosmetics, Siatta Styles (S Jeans), Jesa Promotions and Liberian Events are leading supporters with their commitment as 2007-2008 platinum sponsors.

The Miss Liberia/Maryland Pageant is scheduled to be held on Memorial Day Week-end (May 27, 2007) at the beautiful Marriott Courtyard ,Washingtonian Center in Gaithersburg Maryland. Prizes include specially designed Austrian crystal crown, cash, sponsor products, and much more. The winners from the Miss Liberia Maryland and Virginia Pageant become eligible to compete in the Liberian United Women in Progress 7th Annual Miss Liberia in the US Pageant. The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant is the oldest and most respected event supporting the aspirations of Liberian young women across the country. Contestants are expected to develop a platform that will allow them to give back to their community through active participation in a chosen charity or non-profit.

For more information on these pageants, please visit online at http://www.missliberiamaryland.org/ or http://www.missliberiavirginia.com/.

Black History Month Fashion Show Awards and Banquet

ACANA
African Cultural Alliance of North America Inc.
In collaboration with:
The Children Crisis Treatment Center (Project Taama) and
The Liberian United Women in Progress (LUWIP)
Presents the 4rd.Annual
Black History Month
Fashion Show & Awards Banquet
African Fashions, African Cuisine, African music, Guest Speakers and Awards
February 17th, 7:00 PM
At The
Holiday Inn Stadium 10th.Street &Packer Avenue Philadelphia, PA
Tickets @ $35 Table of 10 @ $300
Keynote Address by:
Sonya M. Toler
Executive Director
Pennsylvania’s Governor’s Advisory Commission on African American Affairs
Entertainment By:
Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble
ACANA Dance and Drum Students and More
Honoree
Pennsylvania State Senator / 8th District.
Honorable Anthony H. Williams
Tickets and Souvenir Booklet information call (215) 729-8225 or (215) 727-7780

Liberian Pageants talks to Miss Liberia Minnesota 2006-2007 Miss Decontee Kofa

I remember the Minnesota queen Decontee Koffa as one who had a true natural beauty about her, quite intellingent, and had an excellent command of delivering spoken word. During her talent she left the audience mesmerized as she delivered her poem that inspired Liberians to be the best that they can be.

Miss Koffa is a graduate of St. Cloud State University SCSU where she earn a BS degree in psychology. During her time at SCSU she became the founder and President of "Today Women", an award winner mentoring program that allows students of color at the University to serve as mentors to girls of color in their local school district. Ms Koffa is currently the Youth Services Conselor at the Central Minnesota Sexual Assult Center.

This Queen is definately using her crown to make a difference amongst the Liberian youth living in the Minnesota area. She is the first Queen to have established her own official non profit organizton dedicated to mentoring Liberian youth.

Miss Koffa is the Executive of the Liberian Youth Network. The Liberian Youth Network is a Minnesota based non profit Organization founded by seven young Liberian women. Their mission is to provide Liberian youth with the tools and resources need to empower themselves.


Ther goals are...
To give Liberian youth hope for a brighter future
To encourage self determination and self confidence
To create a safe enviroment for Liberian Youth to express themselves
To promote higher education for Liberian youth.

To find out more about this dynamic queen and here organization visit www.liberianyouthnetwork.org

Contestant's Lounge: Your Pageant Application (The start of any pageant begins with your application)

Okay. So you have decided to participate in an upcoming pageant. Congratulations! However, when does the competition really begin? In my view it begins the moment you start filling out your application. This form as little as it may seem, has the potential to make or break your chances for capturing that crown. Let’s take a closer look.
The application is indeed your first chance to make an impression on the judges. Before any judge has a chance to see you in your swimsuit or evening gown; or even hear your interview, your little application is lying before them. Your application allows the judges find out the backgrounds of contestants. What is your application saying about you? Here is a list of things that contribute to a poor application.

1. Your application needs to be filled out by you and you alone.
I cannot tell you how dangerous this is. You would assume that every contestant fills out there own application however that is not always the case. By not filling out your own application, you run the risk of not being able to answer question that may arise from your application. That can lead to total disaster on the stage.

2. Proper grammar and spelling is very important.
Taking out time to check for grammar and spelling. Shows good command of grammar, organization, and that thought was put into the preparation of the document.

3. Be truthful about all information on you application.
What clubs and organizations do you belong to? If you were to be crown Miss Local/State/National how will you make a difference in your community? Be prepared to tell a judge at anytime what organizations you belong. If you abbreviated the name on the application be prepared to tell judges know the full names on any organizations that you may belong to. The application may ask you to briefly describe your platform. Take out time to chose a platform and then write in a brief description of it. However, before that pageant takes place that brief platform needs to be fully developed. To sum this all up, be prepared to elaborate on any and all parts of your application as needed.

4. Here are some suggestions for filling you pageant application.
When you receive you application, don’t be in such a rush to fill it out. Make a copy of your application. Take out time to assess each question that is posed to you. Write your first responses on the copied version. Make any changes that that need to be made on that copy. If sending application through email, review the questions and write out your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Only when you are satisfied with your responses fill out your application. Have someone else help go over it for punctuation and spelling errors. Before submitting your application, make a copy. It may be months before the actual competition. Before the pageant, you will want to have a copy of what you sent them. Familiarize yourself will all the responses on your application and have your platform fully developed.

This may seem at lot to do for one application. However taking out the time to fill out your application properly will go a long way in saving you from unwanted stress. You never know, a properly filled out application may be the factor that gets you the crown!!!

The women of LUWIP celebrate thanksgiving by hosting Elders Recogniton Dinner

During the Thanksgiving holiday, we tend recognize and give thanks for what we are greatful for. The women of LUWIP celebrated thanksgiving by hosting a Senior Community Recognition Dinner.

In our Liberian culture, it is our tradition to show our elders the utmost respect. We value their wisdom. We look to them for advice. They tell us about our past and they direct our future.

As Liberians living in the US today, we find it much harder to devote the much needed time and to take proper care of our elders. The US economy requires that both members of the household work full time jobs to make ends meet. Most of time the two full time jobs are not enough to sustain the household.

In the US, there are community centers and elderly care facilities that are available for those who need help with taking care of their elderly loved ones. However, services such as those may require certain qualifications and can be quite expensive. Also, we as a Liberian society are quite family orientented so having our elderly loved one put into facilites such as these doesnt sit so well with them.

Nevertheless, we find a lot of elderly individuals in low income housing or elderly care facilites with a lack of imcome, resources and most of all companionship.

The women of LUWIP beleive we as Liberians adults should take out the time to seek out these individuals and to let them know that we love them and we care. They also beleive that it is there responiblity to instill these cultural values in the minds of the young Liberians in the community.

As a result the women of LUWIP hosted a recognition dinner to honor senior in the community who have instrumental in
contributiing so much to the Liberian community. The ladies spent the evening serving delicious Liberian fare,handing out awards, and socializing with members of the elderly community.

"The women of LUWIP leading by example"
for more information about the women of LUWIP
www.luwip.org
www.missliberia.org

LUWIP Welcomes you to it's annual Toy for Tots Christmas Celebration for kids of all ages

Special Guest appearance by
Miss Liberia in the US 2006
Miss Ro- Pauline K Doe

When: Saturday December 23, 2005
Where:Christ International Baptist Church
2210 S. 65th Street Philadelphia PA 19142
Time: 3pm-6pm

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT:
AGNES (610) 931-3819, EVITA (610) 5292117 OR EDITH (610) 986-1077
http://www.luwip.org/ ~ http://www.missliberia.org/

Gem Imaging Events and Studios the official Pageant Photographers for the 2007 Miss Liberia in the US Pageant

Gem Imaging Events and Studios have again been chosen to serve as the Official Pageant Photographers for the 2007 Miss Liberia in the US Pageant.

Gem Imaging Events and Studios is Washington DC Metropolitian based business specializing in pageant photography, headshots, fashion & event photography See our photos on the following sites Miss Liberia in the US, Miss Liberia Maryland, Liberia Pageants Blogspot, African Pageantry Blogspot, Liberian Events.net, and Liberian Media Services Gem Imaging Events and Studios also can assist in producing various Events such as photo parties, Expos, Conventions, bus trips, pageants and more.To schedule a photo shoot, or to inquire about any of our services. visit us at http://www.gemimagingstudios.com/

BREAKING NEWS: Miss Liberia Minnesota 2004 Wokie Daboh competes in the 2007 Miss Black USA!!!

- One of our own, Miss Wokie Daboh, Miss Liberia MN 2004, will be competing in the 2007 Miss Black USA! CONGRATS MISS Liberia MN 2004! We will be cheering you on all the way! Liberian Pageants will follow this story as it develops !!!!

Miss Liberia in the US Queens achiving great things!!!
Set an example
make a difference
be a true queen

Do you have what it takes to represent the Commonwealth of Virginia in the 2007 Miss Liberia VA Pageant???

Are you Miss Liberia Virginia 2007?
Are you interested in promoting issues within the Liberian community?
Would you like an opportunity to represent Liberians, in the Virginia region, at the 2007 Miss Liberia in the U.S. Pageant?
Would you like to be a role model to the youth of Liberia?
If so, compete in the Miss Liberia Virginia 2007 PageantPageant
Criteria:A female of Liberian descent between the ages of 18-26 years
At least high school senior, college student or graduate
Have Never Been Married
Contact Cammepa Productions to receive a registration and information package.
Be a part of a prestigious pageant, and seize the chance to have an exciting year as Miss Liberia Virginia.

BREAKING NEWS: The Miss Liberia Maryland and Virginia Pageant scheduled to take place on Memorial Day Weekend 2007 !!!

That's right!!!

For the 1st time in Liberian US Pageant history!!!

The Miss Liberia Virginia and Maryland State Pageants are scheduled to be held on Sunday May 27 Memorial Day Weekend at the Beautiful Marriott Courtyard Washingtonian Center in Gaithersburg Maryland

Liberians from all across the Maryland/ Virginia and DC Metropolitian Areas are encouraged to attend !!!

Tickets will go on sale Feburary 1 2007

The Winners from the Miss Liberia Maryland and Virginia Pageants will go on to compete in the...
Liberian United Women in Progress
7th Annual
Official Miss Liberia in the US Pageant
in the city of Brotherly Love
Philadelphia PA

For more information on the Miss Liberia Virginia and Maryland Pageants
please visit...

www.missliberiamaryland.org
www.missliberiavirginia.com

The Luwip Organization and Miss Liberia in the US Ro-Pauline K. Doe Kicks off the Unity Party Scholorship Fund

The Unity Party USA 2006 Convention was a sucess. The event marked a beginning of new ideas, projects and leadership. The Liberian United Women in Progress and the current Miss Liberia USA Miss Ro Pauline K. Doe came to the Washington DC Area at 7:00 am to volunteer their services and serve as National Sponsors of the Unity Party Scholarship Fundraiser Drive.

During the day the ladies sat in on the Plenary Session and engaged freindly debates with some of the most distingushed politicans in the Unity Party. The Vice President of the LUWIP Organization, Mrs Agnes Donaldson expressed her delight in being able to assist the Unity Party in launching the Scholarship Fundraiser for University Students. "LUWIP is has always wanted to find a way to help aid deserving students in Liberia receive a complete education. We are proud to have our organization and our queen be a part of this groundbreaking event."

During the Plenary Session, the National Unity Party USA Officers were elected. The new members are Mr Gayah Fahnbuelleh Chairman, Mr Sunny Nyemah Co-Chairman, Mrs Enid Thomas Financial Secretary/Tresurer, Miss Wanneh Clarke Secretary General and Miss Teplah Reeves Chaplain

Later on that evening the Convention Ball took place the new officers were installed by Mrs. Teta Banks. After Remarks were made by the Chairman. The Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K Doe Kickoff the Fundraiser and was escorted by a Unity throughout the audience greeting people and encourging guest to give to such a worthy cause. After the donations and pledges it is estimated the Miss Liberia in the US Queen Raised about $3000

After the fundraiser, the guest danced into the evening and attended Sunday Service at the Church of the Acension in Gaithersburg before leaving for their respective homes.

I talked to the Queen about her thoughts on the weekend. She said, "It was truly an honor being in the presence of such distingushed guest. As a University student attending Penn State, I know first hand how expensive education can be. The scholorship I received from LUWIP at the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant helped me greatly in getting the books and items need for the semester. I am so proud that I can help other Liberian students with some of the burden that comes the with expense of getting a higher education."

More Pics to come

The Miss Liberia New Jersey Organization launches their new website

The Miss Liberia New Jersey Organization is proud to announce the lauching of the official website of the Miss Liberia New Jersey Pageant. Here you will find out about the organization, their Scholarship Pageant, and community service programs produced and sponsored by them. They are committed to aiding in the development and growth of the community.

Miss Liberia New Jersey Scholarship Pageant 2007 May 12, 2007 Rutgers UniversityNewark, NJ Show time 8:00 P.M.
Tickets go on sale Febuarary 10 2007
visit: www.missliberianewjersey.org

Miss Liberia California Organization hosts a Christmas fundraiser!!!

The Miss Liberia, California Committee was formed in March of 2006 for the purpose of organizing and introducing our youth to a different aspect of life. The goals of the organization is to encourage, assist and insure that young Liberians and descendents of Liberia demonstrate their skills and talents in a positive form and fashion, as well as elevate their self-esteem and self-confident. The organization hopes to promote respect for self and others, moral values, cultural diversity, personal and academic growth amongst the youths of today.

Miss Liberia California
2nd Annual Beauty Pageant

The Search is on for the next Miss Liberia California 2007

Find out more at
www.missliberia-california.org
Contact:
Jolie 510 435 5756
Dedeh 510 525 6342

Do you have what it takes? Do you want to make a difference? Winner will also represent the state of California at the prestigeous Miss Liberia in the US Pageant in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.

Liberian Pageants one on one interview the with Liberian Queen of the Ocean State Oteeven Diggs Miss Liberia Rhode Island

Liberian Pageants:How did you feel when found out you were chosen as Miss Liberia Rhode Island?

Miss Liberia RI:The moment I realized that I had become Miss Liberia Rhode Island I was ecstatic. Not only was I excited but I was also honored that the liberians in my community had accepted me as their queen.

Liberian Pageants:As Miss Liberia Rhode Island what is your platform?

Miss Liberia RI: As Miss Liberia RI my platform is to promote youth empowerment and advocate non-violence.

Liberian Pageants: How have you been able to promote your platform in your community?

Miss Liberia RI:I am in the process of putting together a weekend program for teenage girls in the Liberian communtiy. I plan to run this program throughout the entire school year. In this program I plan to help guide the young ladies to a more successful future, by teaching them how powerful females have become world-wide, as well as helping with everyday issues that may occur in their lives. I am also working together with the Liberian Association on the annual "REAL TALK" non- violence convention which will be held Oct 27-28

Liberian Pageants:How did your relate to your fellow contestants.

Miss Liberia RI: Being that the Miss Liberia RI and Miss Liberia US are the only pageants I've ever paticipated in, as well as considering the results of each event. My pageant experience has been phenomenal!! What I enjoyed most about competing in Philidelphia was the companionship between the other queens and myself. It felt good to be surrounded by a group of beautiful, intelligent, young Liberian women like myself. Honestly, it was an experience I will forever remember and appreciate

Liberian Pageants: What was your biggest challenge preparing for the National Competiton

Miss Liberia RI:The biggest challenge for me was mental preparation. I worked hard everyday to make sure that I did my best, but you always have to be open to other options. In a competition you never know what to expect. The only way to keep a good confidence level, is to prepare for the good and the bad, this way you'll never really be disappointed in yourself. That, will always get you ready for the next obstacle your life has ahead.

Liberian Pageants: Now that the war is over back home, Liberians are looking forward to the New Liberia. The oppourtunities are endless and there is so much work to be done. How do you intend to use your state crown to help with the developement of the New Liberia???

Miss Liberia RI:When the funds become available I would like to host charity events, and fashion shows. I plan to use my crown to my advantage, as well as the high population of Liberians in Rhode Island to raise funds for the rebuilding of our New Liberia.

Liberian Pageants: As a state queen you are seen as a role model to the Liberian youth in Rhode Island . Tell me. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing the Liberian Youth today??

Miss Liberia RI: If I could place a finger and state that one problem the Liberian youth face today was the biggest, I would. Living in the world we live in today, the problems we face come from an array of issues and none are more important than the other. I do feel that family and school should be the most important aspect of one's life today. Many Liberian families are dividing among themselves as well as neighboring african countries, and, we the youth are subconsciously taught to divide amongst oursleves. That alone is a major problem in itself. Also alot of the liberian youth are now increasing the drop-out rate, that can be detrimental to our future not only as liberians but as black people.

Liberian Pageants: What would you like to tell young ladies who are considering to participate in the next Miss Liberia Rhode Island State Pageant?

Miss Liberia RI: I would tell them to stop considering and just do it. You have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain. Not only will it boost your self-esteem but it will also give you the opportunity to learn new things about yourself, your country's origin, and other people as well.

Liberian Pageants:When your reign as Miss Liberia Rhode Island ends, how would you like to be remembered?

Miss Liberia RI: I would like to be remembered as Oteeven E. Diggs, Miss Liberia RI 2006, not just Miss Liberia RI 2006. I would like for the people to remember that even before and after my reign I stayed true to them, myself and my title. I want them to remember that even with all the attention and spotlight I Oteeven E. Diggs will always be me with or without my title. (I'll always have my crown)

Official Press Release from LUWIP announcing the 7th Annunal Miss Liberia in the US Pageant (Philadelphia PA)

The Liberian United Women in Progress (LUWIP) was founded in 2000 by a group of strong and promising Liberian women who share a passion for promoting and supporting young Liberian women. LUWIP is a not-for-profit and non-political organization that has maintained a tradition for the past six years of empowering Liberian women to achieve their personal and professional goals, while providing a forum for them to express their opinions, talents, and intelligence. LUWIP is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Our mission is to raise funds for the purchase of life’s basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, and medicines for our unfortunate loved ones. We also strive to promote the awareness to other international organizations of the plight of our people. More so, LUWIP serves as a beacon to promote moral values by encouraging women to pursue education, self-empowerment, and improving their standard of living.

Over the past six years the LUWIP Organization has been involved in the following international projects.
The Saving Grace Orphanage in Liberia

The Saving Grace Orphanage is a non-profit organization that was established in 1999 to help displaced Liberian children from the result of the civil war in Liberia, West Africa that began in 1989.

The Liberian Refugee Mentoring Program

The mentoring program, which was established by the Lutheran Children and Family services, pairs up young Liberian refugee children with caring adults who serve as positive role models. LUWIP assist in helping young Liberian girls integrate into this fast track society, while at the same time maintaining those core values that make us who we are.
Project LU Scholarship

LUWIP is seeking to award need base scholarship to qualified University of Liberia Students. They are currently working with other organizations in fundraising efforts to obtain much needed funds to execute this project.

The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant, “elevating women to a new level”.

In 1999, LUWIP saw a need to provide an atmosphere where young Liberian women living in the United States could challenge themselves to be the best that they can be, explore and learn about their heritage, as well as make a difference in the Liberian community both here in the United States and abroad. Out of this need, the 1st Miss Liberia in the US Pageant took place during the Liberian Independence week July 2000 in the “city of brotherly love” Philadelphia PA.

The reigning Miss Liberia in the US primary role is to serve as an ambassador to help promote positive Liberian awareness here in the United States and abroad, to serve as a positive role model to young Liberian women, and to promote and educate youth on Liberian culture, customs and moral values.

The LUWIP Organization recognizes respects and fully supports the original Miss Liberia Pageant in Liberia. Liberia is a sovereign nation and the Nation’s Queen should represent Liberian’s all around the world in all world competitions. The LUWIP Organization would like to take this time to offer a hand of support and assist the original Miss Liberia Organization in Liberia in promoting a positive image and creating a unified Liberia.

The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant is about to enter its 7th year of competition. We would like to take this time to encourage young Liberian women from all around the United States to participate in the upcoming competition

For more information on the LUWIP organization and Official Miss Liberia in the US Pageant. Please visit
www.luwip.org
www.missliberia.org
www.liberianpageants.blogspot.com

Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K. Doe Scheduled to make Guest Apperance and the Unity Party Convention Washington DC

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Miss Liberia in the US, Ro Pauline K. Doe ,in concert with the Unity Party USA, will be launching a Scholarship Fundrasier for underpriviliged and deprived univerisity students in Liberia
Liberian United Women in Progress LUWIPOfficial National Sponsors of the 2006 Unity Party USA Scholarship Fund

Liberian Events . Net is recognized as the official web media sponsor for the 2007 Miss Liberia in the US Pageant in Philadelphia.

Liberian Events has been chosen to be the official webmedia sponsor for the 2007 Miss Liberia in the US Pageant. Liberian Events.net will be presenting the Liberian Events People's Choice at 2007 Pageant.

For the lastest news on Liberian life,soicety,and events around the United States visit

www.liberianevents.net

Gem Imaging Events and Studios launches new business and website

Gem Imaging Events and Studios the Official Photographers of the 2006 Miss Liberia in the US Pageant is proud to announce the launch of their new business and website.

Gem Imaging Events and Studios is Washington DC Metropolitian based business specializing in pageant photography, headshots,fashion & event photographySee our photos on the following sites Miss Liberia in the US, Miss Liberia Maryland, Liberia Pageants Blogspot, African Pageantry Blogspot, Liberian Events.net, andLiberian Media Services

Gem Imaging Events and Studios also can assist in producing various Events such as photo parties, Expos, Conventions,bus trips, pageants and more.


To schedule a photo shoot, or to inquire about any of our services. visit us at

www.gemimagingstudios.com

Spotlight Interview with Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K Doe by Robert Sayon Morris Editor in Chief Liberian Media and Advertising Services

Liberia, a country in West Africa , is blessed with many young and charming ladies. Miss Ro-Pauline Kun Doe, Miss Liberia USA, is a Liberian and she has all the qualities to be called a Queen! She is gorgeous, brilliant, beautiful, attractive, respectful and captivating!

Recently, Robert Sayon Morris, Editor-In-Chief of the Liberian Media & Advertising Services, the number #1 Liberian news online service in the Diaspora, interviewed Miss Doe. She expressed her mind on everything from the day she entered the United States , to the day she became Miss Liberia USA . Since Miss Doe captured that title, her life has never been the same! Robert was highly impressed with her responses and decided to publish the interview unedited.

1. Liberian Media: Can you briefly introduce yourself?

Miss Liberia USA : My name is Ro.-Pauline Kun Doe. I was born in Liberia but left in 1984 because of the war. I currently attend the University of Pennsylvania . In April 2006, I won the Miss Liberia USA PA Competition and then went on to win Miss Liberia USA in July 2006.


2. What is the relationship between you and Miss Liberia in America , Tammy Garr?

Miss Liberia USA : Unfortunately, I have never met Miss Tammy Garr. I have heard about her and have even seen pictures of her on the Internet. I have no doubt that someone I know directly knows her as well. I would like for there to be a connection between the two organizations.

3. Liberian Media: What did you receive along with the Miss Liberia USA Title?

Miss Liberia USA : I received a laptop computer, which I absolutely LOVE! Winning this competition was a blessing because I really needed a portable computer for school. I take it with me everywhere even on vacations to watch DVDs on the ride. I also won $1500 cash. That's the most amount of money that I have EVER had in my account but unfortunately spring semester starts in a couple of months and all that money will be gone. I won my crown and sash, which I get to keep and a gift basket of beauty products. Also from winning this title I have acquired lots of exposure in the Liberian community and new found connections, such as your organization, where I can endorse my platform.

4. Liberian Media: What role have pageants played in your life?

Miss Liberia USA : The Miss Liberia USA Pageants have played an essential role in my life. They have given me courage, strength, and everlasting friendships with beautiful, intelligent Liberian ladies from around the country that I probably would have never met on my own. This pageant has been a blessing because it has steadily provided me with the proper outlets I need for my voice to be heard in the Liberian Community.

5. Liberian Media: What does pageantry do for you?

Miss Liberia USA : When I entered the Miss Liberia USA pageant, I NEVER thought that I would win. Therefore, pageantry definitely gives me confidence. Pageantry helps me to believe in myself.

6. Liberian Media: What encouragement has your mother given you to have prepared you for today?

Miss Liberia USA : Wow, my mother is VERY encouraging in everyway. Some times are hard and we go through our usual mother-daughter spats but she is always there for me. She turns every small accomplishment I make in life into a HUGE DEAL so of course she is very proud that her daughter is Miss Liberia USA USA . She tells EVERYONE EVERYWHERE we go from the restaurant to the supermarket. From when I was young, she made me believe that if I put my mind and complete effort towards winning & overcoming an obstacle, then that almost impossible obstacle will then just become another conquered success. She has taught me from small to put God and school at the top of my list and everything else in life will fall into place. Last December, she celebrated her 50th Birthday so a very special congratulations to her.



7. Liberian Media: What could you say is one of your greatest accomplishments to date?

Miss Liberia USA: On of my greatest accomplishments to date other than winning Miss Liberia USA would be earning acceptance into such a prestigious school as the University of Pennsylvania. Not many people can say they attend or attended an Ivy League school AND are earning high honors, but I can because that is a great accomplishment to me.



8. Liberian Media: What is your greatest passion?
Miss Liberia USA : My greatest passion is just making a positive impact in the Liberian community. I don't want to be here today, gone tomorrow type person. I want my name to be remembered and the only way to do that is to make a difference.

9. Liberian Media: Can you tell us about your educational background?

Miss Liberia USA : For grades Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grade, I attended Sanctuary Christian Academy in Philadelphia , PA. It was a private Christian school that practically laid down the foundation for my life. In high school I was an A Better Chance Scholar and attended boarding school in State College , PA at State College Area High School , which is about 4 hours NW from Philadelphia . The A Better Chance Organization is a privately funded program that seeks educationally elite students out of the city and places them into renowned high schools around the country. For two years I attended Temple University but after gaining acceptance to the University of Pennsylvania , I transferred and this is where I plan on earning a Master of Arts Degree with a Major in Biology and a Minor in African Studies.



10. Liberian Media: What has been the foundation of your success?

Miss Liberia USA : My family has been the foundation of my success. Without their constant encouragement and love, I don't know where I would be right now. And my faith has been a great foundation of my success. My belief teaches me that with time, hope and prayer, anything is possible.

11. Liberian Media: What are your future plans?

Miss Liberia USA: Well, there are many personal future plans but as far as Miss Liberia USA related plans there is a pageant that I will be a contestant in which will be held in Miami. There are also community programs such as the “Elderly Appreciation” dinner and “Toys for Tots in December. I would like to also have a gala/fundraiser for HIV/AIDS awareness in Liberia . A similar one that I attended in Maryland was a great success.


12. Liberian Media: What message do you have for Liberians in the US ?

Miss Liberia USA : Love yourself when no one else does. Love the Lord, because he does hear your cries. Love our country, Liberia . Let our voices be heard!

Miss Liberia in the US Ro Pauline K Doe Featured in Liberia Media Magazine

Liberia is blessed with many charming young ladies. Many of them are scattered around the world due to the Liberian Civil War. The Liberian Media & Advertising Services has selected beautiful Miss Liberia USA, Ro-Pauline Doe as Photo of the Week. Miss Doe was crowned recently as Miss Liberia USA. She resides in Pennsylvania .

She is a junior student at the University of Pennsylvania , majoring in Biology. Her ultimate career ambition is to become a Pharmacist. She transferred from Temple University to attend the University of Pennsylvania in the spring of 2006.

During her days at Temple University , she maintained a 3.7 GPA while working full-time and attending college full-time. Ro-Pauline was a member of the Alliance for Minority Participation at Temple and on the Job Satisfaction Committee at TV Guide.

In high school Ro-Pauline was a scholar of the "A Better Chance Organization", which takes inner city minority youth with high academic standard and place them in prestigious schools around the country.

She earned high honors during all four of her high school years as well as numerous science awards. Ro-Pauline also participated in the outstanding Young Women of Center County Competition where she not only won second runner up, but also Aerobics and Fitness, Poise and Presentation Awards

The Liberian Media & Advertising Services proudly congratulates Miss Ro-Pauline Doe and wishes her success in her endeavor.

Please click below to check Miss Liberia USA Ro-Pauline Doe's Website:

Dr. Mariah Y. Seton
Senior Executive Consultant
Miss Liberia Organization in the US
Any comment or question contact
Dr. Seton Telephone 773-354-6365
http://www.missliberia.org/

MISS LIBERIA IN THE US STATE PRELIMINARIES

Do you have what it take to be a Miss Liberia in the US State Queen?

We are currently looking for Liberian Women from all across the United States to participate in

The Official Miss Liberia in the US Pageant

To participate in a state pagent or to represent your state visit www.missliberia.org

Finding the MODEL within you !!!

Do you have the dream of being a model or just looking like one? Many beautiful African women living here in the United States have always had the dream of making it into the modeling industry. However, they fall short of there dreams due to lack of money time, or not having a true knowledge of what modeling world encompasses.

To some, an alternative has been to participate in one of the many pageants that seem to be popping up all around the United States in the hopes that they may receive some type of recognition and perhaps break into the fashion runway modeling or print industry.As each year passes pageant programs become more competitive and modeling industry just seems impossible to break into. Also there is fear of many organizations misleading young ladies promising things that they are not able to deliver.

We found there was a need to provide African women an avenue by we could teach them the basics of the modeling and pageantry industry, how they relate to each other, and the basic tools to enter into these industries.Gem Imaging Events and Studios in conjunction with Jesa Promotions will be conducting a one day a Modeling/ Pageant Preparedness Seminar in the Washington DC Metropolitan in the spring of 2007Lectures and Presentations will be given by qualified professionals in the Modeling, Pageantry and photography industry.

If you are a young African woman in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area or surrounding states who is preparing for and upcoming pageant competition, would like to break into modeling industry or would just like to look like one. Then this is definitely for you.

Would you be interested in attending a seminar like this. If so, write your comments at the end of this blog entry.

Featured Article: The LUWIP organzation founders of the First Liberian Pageant held in the United States *THE MISS LIBERIA IN THE US NATIONAL PAGEANT*

In a past interview with the President of LUWIP Edith Wilson, She recalled the first years of the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant. "The pageant started with very humble beginnings LUWIP was a small nonprofit organization at the time. We didnt have the money, experiences, or resources to pull off the large scale production that you see today. However with the support of businesses, benefactors and our pageant audience we are able to deliver a higher level of pageant production then ever before."

The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant serves as the top fundraising event for the LUWIP Organization "Liberian United Women in Progress". LUWIP was founded in 2000 by a group of strong and promising Liberian women who share a passion for promoting and supporting young Liberian women. LUWIP is a not-for-profit and non-political organization that has maintained a tradition for the past six years of empowering Liberian women to achieve their personal and professional goals, while providing a forum for them to express their opinions, talents, and intelligence. LUWIP is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Their mission is to raise funds for the purchase of life’s basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, and medicine for our unfortunate loved ones. They also strive to promote the awareness to other international organizations of the plight of our people. More so, LUWIP serves as a beacon to promote moral values by encouraging women to pursue education, self-empowerment, and improving their standard of living.

In the pageant 7th Pageant Season, The Miss Liberia in the US Pageant holds the spot as the longest running Liberian (most likely African Pageant ) here in the United States. The pageant is gauranteed always bring between 500-700 patrons. Which probably also gives the pageant the title as the most heavily attended African Pageant in the United States. Majority of the contestants are not just picked to particpate in the National Competition. Where applicable, they must qualify by winning a pageant in their respective states. This gaurantees that the ladies that showcase the national competition are the best qualified and most competitive, which always makes for a great show every year.

I asked the Vice President of LUWIP Miss Agnes Donaldson what do you think contributes to the success of LUWIP and the Miss Liberia in the US competition? " I beleive it is a combination of factors. Due to the fact that we did have humble beginnings, we always had room for growth. The organization did it's reasearch and slowly began to improve upon what it had done the year before. We didnt try to overextend ourselves. That can automatically lead to failure. Secondly our state directors are key. We depend on them to select their state's top candidates and prepare them for the national competition. We try to find directors who share our vision, have a passion for pageantry and are loyal to our cause. The the state directors have become LUWIP's extended family. Last but not least it is our patrons, sponsors and benefactors that have contributed the most to our success. We have definately developed following that shares LUWIP's Vision and supports us year after year.

So what can we expect to see from LUWIP next year? "LUWIP is very excited about next years competition."says Miss Christine Maycole Public Relations Director of LUWIP. "We are again about take the pageant experience to a new level." Our past patrons will definately see a difference in the competition. This year promises to take on a whole new direction and feel. The 2007 pageant year is one you should not miss!!!