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2012-01-19T21:56:00.000-08:00

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2011-11-25T10:02:00.001-08:00

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2011-11-25T09:55:00.001-08:00

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Olivia Culpo ( Rhode Island )

2011-11-25T07:23:00.000-08:00

Name
Olivia Culpo
Age
19
Hometown
Cranston, Rhode Island
Previous experience
None

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Lauren Lundeen (Oklahoma )

2011-11-25T05:00:00.000-08:00

Name
Lauren Lundeen
Age
23
Hometown
Edmond, Oklahoma
Previous experience
None
Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Kendyl Bell ( Utah )

2011-11-25T04:42:00.000-08:00

Name
Kendyl Bell
Age
24
Hometown
Sandy, Utah
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011
Top 10 2010
2nd runner-up 2009

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Taylor Neisen ( South Dakota )

2011-11-24T19:18:00.000-08:00

Name
Taylor Neisen
Age
20
Hometown
Rapid City, South Dakota
Previous experience
3rd runner-up Miss SD Teen USA 2010
3rd runner-up Miss SD Teen USA 2009
4th runner-up Miss SD Teen USA 2008

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Jessica Hibler ( Tennessee )

2011-11-24T18:54:00.000-08:00

Name
Jessica Hibler
Age
22
Hometown
Brentwood, Tennessee
Previous experience
4th runner-up 2010
2nd runner-up 2009
Top 15 Miss TN Teen USA 2007

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Brittany Booker ( Texas )

2011-11-24T18:42:00.000-08:00

Name
Brittany Booker
Age
21
Hometown
Friendswood, Texas
Previous experience
None

Biography

Brittany Booker is a graduate of Bay Area Christian School in League City and is a student at the University of Houston, majoring in Human and Health Performance.

Brittany is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Her future plans include obtaining an advanced degree from UTMB and becoming a pediatric physical therapist. She volunteers with her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, at the Houston Area Women's Center and is a dedicated volunteer at Hope Village, a residency program for adults with special needs.

Miss Houston was Brittany's first pageant but she is no stranger to the stage. She is an accomplished vocalist and has been singing since childhood.

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Audrey Bolte ( Ohio )

2011-11-24T07:44:00.000-08:00

Name
Audrey Bolte
Age
22
Hometown
Batavia, Ohio
Previous experience
None

Biography

Audrey studies at St Andrews College in North Carolina where she is majoring in business administration and minoring in equine studies. She has competed in a number of regional and national horse shows.

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Jaci Stofferahn ( North Dakota )

2011-11-24T07:32:00.000-08:00

Name
Jaci Stofferahn
Age
22
Hometown
Fargo, North Dakota
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011
1st runner-up 2009
2nd runner-up Miss ND Teen USA 2007

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Michelle Leonardo ( New Jersey )

2011-11-24T07:15:00.000-08:00

Name
Michelle Leonardo
Age
20
Hometown
Tinton Falls, New Jersey
Previous experience
Miss New Jersey Teen USA 2008

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Amy Spilker ( Nebraska )

2011-11-24T06:23:00.000-08:00

Name
Amy Spilker
Age
22
Hometown
Malcolm, Nebraska
Previous experience
2nd runner-up 2011
4th runner-up 2010
Non-finalist 2009

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Autumn Muller ( Montana )

2011-11-24T06:06:00.000-08:00

Name
Autumn Muller
Age
24
Hometown
Harlowton, Montana
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011
3rd runner-up 2010
4th runner-up 2009
Miss Montana Teen USA 2004

Biography

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Katie Kearney ( Missouri )

2011-11-24T05:56:00.000-08:00

Name
Katie Kearney
Age
23
Hometown
St Louis, Missouri
Previous experience
Top 15, Miss MO Teen USA 2005
Top 15, Miss MO Teen USA 2004

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Myverick Garcia ( Mississippi )

2011-11-24T05:46:00.000-08:00

Name
Myverick Garcia
Age
21
Hometown
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011

Biography

Myverick has an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from Jones County Junior College, and is am currently enrolled at USM as a senior. She is working on a B.S. in Biological Science and hopes to pursue a career in dentistry.

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Kristen Danyal ( Michigan )

2011-11-24T05:33:00.000-08:00

Name
Kristen Danyal
Age
21
Hometown
Sterling Heights, Michigan
Previous experience
Miss Michigan Teen USA 2009 (Top 15 at Miss Teen USA)

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Natalie Pietrzak ( Massachusetts )

2011-11-24T05:23:00.000-08:00

Name
Natalie Pietrzak
Age
25
Hometown
Somerville, Massachusetts
Previous experience
None

Biography

Natalie is the sister of Monica Pietrzak, Miss Connecticut USA 2009. She is an event design sales Manager at Art of the Event in Greater Boston. Natalie earned a master's degree in marketing at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst's Isenberg School of Management after graduating with a bachelor's degree marketing/consumer studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS EL SALVADOR EARTH 2011 - Anita Esmeralda Puertas's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T01:40:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Anita Esmeralda Puertas
Birth Date: (age 22)
Birth Place: San Salvador
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Miss Earth 2011

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INTERVIEW:

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

Ozone Depletion is one of the biggest problems the earth is facing today. This is why many natural disasters are happening. The project I will create is to educate the people on how to help lessen pollution and how to protect and preserve the forest.

Describe your childhood/growing years

My childhood was beautiful. I was a very happy and healthy girl, full of energy and, to this day, I remain that way. Thanks to the support of my parents, I was able to accomplish my education from kindergarten to elementary school. Each year, from the time I was 8 to the time I reached 13, was a learning experience for me. Little by little, I was learning many things about this wonderful planet we live called “Earth.” Those years will be unforgettable; they are part of my life and I thank God for giving me a good one. I wish I could repeat those years!

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

I learned a lot of lessons from my childhood and they are the following: be responsible for my actions, respect everybody, be organized with my things, have goals and enjoy every moment in life. Thanks to these lessons I am a very successful person now. I am doing well at the university and making my goals come true, like being Miss Earth El Salvador.

What is your most memorable moment?

My most memorable moment is when I was crowned Miss Earth El Salvador. I am an environmental activist and being a role model in the care of our nature is unforgettable. I will never forget the night I competed in” Reinado de El Salvador 2010” and won one of the crowns. The Miss Earth title was a dream come true.

What is your environmental advocacy?

As a role model for environmental preservation and as Miss Earth El Salvador, I would like to set an example as an environmental activist for everyone to follow, most especially the youth, who are the future of our planet. My environmental advocacies are keeping our air clean and preserving the forests for a healthier life.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS ECUADOR EARTH 2011 - Olga Alva's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T01:33:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Olga Alva
Birth Date: (age 23)
Birth Place: Guayaquil
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Miss Earth 2011

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INTERVIEW:

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

My principal Project is to preserve the mother earth , taking care of the forests which give us the air to live, and are habitats for biodiversity. Campaigns dedicated to children and teenagers teaching the importance of preserving and planting. The project for my country will be to help preserving the reserve Yasuni national park by promoting it importance abroad.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

Ecuador is a very rich country in cultural and biodiversity of animals and plants it is in the list of the most diverse countries in the world , the majority area is jungle and the most high mangroves in the world located at the north of the country , no other country can take travelers from a beautiful perfect beach to the highlands and then to the jungle of the Amazon in the same day , as it is small in kilometers but big in biodiversity, I will promote my country as a complement to the world and complete for a sustainable development that have to be preserve.

Another super important part is that Ecuador got the Galapagos Islands which have a variety of species which were studied by Charles Darwin , the islands are famous for its fauna specially for its turtles.

On the other hand Ecuador got the National Park Yasuni , which means `'sacred land' which have 10000 kms of mostly jungle , denomitades the Unesco Biosfere Reserve, that is why I promote the preserving of Yasuni because is a lung for the world.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

When I was 8 my little sister born, this was a very happy year as we were a complete family and a new member of the family arrive , we visit a lot the farm of my grandmother there we play in the river and practice fishing, also searching for fruits in the trees and my cousins climb to catch them, I remember my parents bought a big refrigerator so my little sister, my brother and I did a house inside the cartons of that new refrigerator so we played a lot simulating it was a big house because we were almost the same age so we were able to have the same fun.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

That the family is the most important thing in the world , that we have to work hard to maintain it united and with too much love, to share moments and supporting decisions , that Strong families make it a priority to spend time together, and are committed to each other and this is a example of my family , also I learned that is important to establish something the whole family enjoys doing together, like a hobby, or a form of exercise, cycling or hiking so can b enjoyable time spent. On the other hand that we have to take care of the earth because is who maintain us and people we love alive , not just preserving it but doing things so fight against the problems.

What is your most memorable moment?

I have a memorable moment just few months ago, when I did a party in mother's day for mothers infected with Vih and then in children's day for children with Vih , and after the celebration that was all full of food, people, gifts, shows and people that really want to spent time and give some love, the mothers and children felt and encourage that were so grateful that make me feel a better person just watching them smiling, feeling love and enjoying the party that was made with all the possible love and dedication.

And some sad memorable moment I had also just weeks ago was that as I always took out of the hospital a boy of 8 years old to the cinema or to eat or buy stuff and he knew I was going to travel abroad to China, he started crying when arrive to the hospital and tell me that he loves me and that was afraid I never go back to see him , that really makes me feel sad in that moment and make conscious of how happy you can make a child just by giving a little of your time.

What is your environmental advocacy?

Preserving the forests and making campaigns and people conscious to plant and preserve what already exist as the forests are the lungs of the world.

Also To don't through trash in the floor and every time there is the opportunity to separate the removable and non removable I do it because is important to recycle and that everything can be re use ,also I try to be aware that people don't through garbage and if see it try to teach or take the trash away and put it in the place it have to be , also for me is very interesting to promote my country for it environment as we are rich in biodiversity and own a lot kind of animals and plants that other countries doesn't, finally some time ago I start to feel interested in the Yasuni project which is to preserve the national reserve yasuni park which is my principal project.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EARTH 2011 - Sarah Feliz's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T01:21:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Sarah Feliz
Birth Date: (age 24)
Birth Place: Bahoruco
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Measurements: 89-66-97
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Miss Earth 2011

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INTERVIEW:

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

My project for environmental protection and Mother Earth would create awareness among the population, encourage tree planting and building up from the schools with enviromental protection as part of their learning, even creating the enviromental engineering career in our universities country to face looking toward the problem of deforestation and contribute to a greener Earth.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I am proud to be Dominican because our country has versatility of people go no matter what we always providing a smile and willing to help in any situation that arises.

Our country is rich in culture and that we were the first to be discovered in the new world and still retain our roots that despite having experienced several transformations, our essence remains intact.

My land would promote an island paradise with beautiful coast, mountains, forest with major attractions such as ecological 27 charcos de damajuana located on the north coast of the Dominican Republic.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

My child was peaceful and quiet as any other, in which he shared with my cousins because I´m the mayor of 4 brothers and I could not like to share with them.

It was fun but my parents divorce affected me and between two homes and I never felt that I belonged to neither. In general, I was a child with pros and cons but adore my time to grow.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

In the wake of divorce as a result of my parents to hard time, to go through, I decided to call the attention of them, excel in everything that I did, school and all my behavior around me, then when I got the triumph i attracted much attention from they and when were fighting, forget all about divorce and custody and so we at least have a happy family moments were always want to be.

What is your most memorable moment?

My most memorable moment was when I applied for a scholarship for college through the Ministry of Youth wherein more than 8,000 students applied and I was selected for one of the 500 scholarships to be awarded.

What is your environmental advocacy?

Basically a good legacy is something like giving a personal care to the forest, that contributes to the environment.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS DENMARK EARTH 2011 - Cecilia Iftikhar's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T01:13:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Cecilia Iftikhar
Birth Date: (age 24)
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Miss Earth 2011

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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

Through my work as an ambassador for the Danish Society for Nature Conservation, I will active work for more attention the preserve the forests because they are very important for us. The oxygen that our trees is producing is vital for the human survival. Somehow we need to get more back to basic.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I am proud of our country's (government, industries and citizens) focus on reducing CO2 emission. Denmark is also a world leader in green energy, especially wind power. My organization, The Official Miss Denmark Organization, is located in the heart of the green energy metropole of Denmark. This is a strong signal they are sending worldwide and I am proud to give my full support to this.

Denmark and the Danish government is very supporting about of green thinking and ideas. Eg. there is in many big cities the possibility to borrow a bike to get in the city, totally free. When you finish using the bike, the next one can just take it from there.

Denmark is also well known for its lovely beaches and fantastic nature that changes a lot just over a short distance, so even if is a small country, we still lot of beautiful nature. Besides our nature changes a lot through the 4 seasons of the year, with results in amazing colors for each time of the year.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

I was born and raised in Denmark, in a little town called Nærum, just north of the capital city, Copenhagen with my mom, dad, older sister and my younger sister.

I was a very active child with many friends, and I was always amused in one way or another. I was very fortunate to grow up in a green area, so the nature played a big role in my upbringing. My best childhood friend and I had a cave in a tree, where many hours were spent. Here we could get away from everyone and just be ourselves. Here there were no adults who said no to anything, and here we could be in our own child universe without being disturbed.

I was already from a young age very fascinated by animals, and I quickly discovered the great creatures in nature. That is why I loved playing in the nature, such as in the woods and at the beach. That is why I highly appreciate the nature today and sees it as a beautiful and fragile thing, that we should appreciate and care for the coming generations.

My grandparents lived right around the corner, so I spent a great amount of time being spoiled. They were very loving and I am grateful and happy that they were such a huge part of my childhood.

Besides playing in Denmark, I got the opportunity to travel to Pakistan with my family, where I am partly from. From here I have many memorable experiences and my interest for animals grew as my dad made sure to show us all kinds of animals, such as parrots, falcons, apes, horses etc. My childhood was safe and comforting and I can look back at it with huge appreciation. It has definitely been some important years, which helped shape the woman I am today.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

Because my mom is Danish and my dad is Pakistani they had two comepletely different backgrounds, but they managed to take the best from both cultures, to the advantage of my sisters and I. My parents taught me from a young age to be kind to other people and help where help is needed. They taught me the values of respecting others no matter ethnicity, religion or social status, to treat people, like I wanted to be treated.

Another important thing my parents taught me was to not be scared of anything, but to believe in myself and follow my dreams. I feel very fortunate to have such supporting parents, and it is thanks to them that I am the person I am today.

What is your most memorable moment?

I have many good memories, one of the best is from when I was about ten-years-old and went to Pakistan with my dad. My dad bought me a lot of birds and I loved them, especially falcons and eagles that I found very beautiful. One day my dad came home with two falcon pups, who had been abandon by their mother, and we took care of them. My dad and I gave them food everyday and he taught me everything about falcons. We trained them, with the purpose to let them loose in nature again. They became the most beautiful falcons I have ever seen and I remember I was really sad about letting them loose. But my father was good to learn from him, and he taught me and my sisters what was right and wrong. That is why I already learned from a young age that most animals belong in the nature.

What is your environmental advocacy?

I would like to protect beautiful nature places, especially forests in Denmark. Here in Denmark we are so privileged to have a lot of small places where people can walk around and enjoy the wonderful nature. In Denmark we have several forests that are protected so that they will be preserved.

I know that it is a huge problem worldwide that eg. rainforest are being destroyed and abused for industrial cause. I know it is a wide topic, but eg. the ozone layer makes it more important to preserve our nature.

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Latest News on Miss Earth 2011 - Meet the Contestants - Photos & Profile/Biography/Interview

2011-11-24T01:12:00.000-08:00

Miss Earth 2011, the 11th edition of the Miss Earth pageant, is scheduled to be held on December 3, 2011 at the University of the Philippines Theater in Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines.

The pageant was originally scheduled to be held at the Impact, Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok, Thailand,[3] however the pageant organizers decided to move the pageant back to the Philippines due to the massive flooding in Thailand.

Miss Earth 2010, Nicole Faria of India will crown her successor at the end of the event. The theme of this year’s Miss Earth edition will be "Smile for Earth, for All"

Miss Earth 2011 Contestants: Do clicks the links to view the contestant's photos/profile/biography/interview/news

Albania - Emanuela Guri

Aruba - Melissa Lacle

Australia - Deedee Zibara

Austria - : Elisabeth Hanakamp

Bahamas - Kerel Pinder

Belgium - Aline Jacqueline Decock

Belize - Kimberly Robateau

Bolivia - Valeria Avendaño

Bosnia and Herzegovina - Aleksandra Kovacevic

Botswana - Messiah Jackson

Brazil - Drielly Bennettone

Canada - Ashlea Moor

Chile - Camila Stuardo

China - Liu Yu Jun

Chinese Taipei - Cherry Liu

Colombia - Andrea DeVivo

Costa Rica - Mariela Aparicio

Crimea - Nina Astrakhantseva

Curaçao - Miluska Willems

Czech Republic - Šárka Cojocarová

Denmark - Cecilia Iftikhar

Dominican Republic - Sarah Féliz

Ecuador - Olga Alava

El Salvador - Anita Puertas

England - Roxanne Smith

Estonia - Xenia Likhacheva

France - Mathilde Florin

Germany - Manou Volkmer

Ghana - Patricia Amoah Anti

Guadeloupe - Mitchelle Malezieu

Guam - Anna Calvo

Guatemala - Ana Luisa Montúfar

Honduras - Stephany Martinez

Hungary - Dora Szabó

India - Hasleen Kaur

Indonesia - Liza Purnamasari

Ireland - Rachelle Liggett

Israel - Huda Naccache

Italy - Angelica Parisi

Jamaica - Kerry Moxam

Japan - Tomoko Maeda

Korea - Kim E-seul

Latvia - Sanda Mezecka

Lebanon - Nathaly Farraj

Madagascar - Volamiandoha Ratsimiahotrarivo

Macau - Cherry Ng

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Malaysia - Joyce Tay

Malta - Manuela Falzon

Martinique - Coralie Leplus

Mexico - Casandra Becerra Vazquez

Nepal - Anupama Aura Gurung

New Zealand - Alexandra Scott

Netherlands - Jill Duijves

Nicaragua - Jeyzzell Rivera

Northern Ireland - Alixandra Halliday

Norway - Marion Dyrvik

Pakistan - Sanober Hussain

Panama - Marelissa Him Betancourt

Paraguay - Alexandra Helena Fretes

Peru - Maria Gracia Figueroa

Philippines - Athena Mae Imperial

Portugal - Susana Nogueira

Puerto Rico - Agnes Benítez

Russia - Tatiana Sayapina

Scotland - Amanda Quinn

Serbia - Navena Lazovic

Sierra Leone - Umu Bayoh

Singapore - Felicia Orvalla

Slovak Republic - Romana Procházková

Slovenia - Rebecca Kim Lekše

South Africa - Dominique Mann

Spain - Veronica Doblas

Sweden - Renate Cerljen

Switzerland - Irina de Giorgi

Switzerland - Irina de Giorgi

Tahiti - Hitiata Monnier

Tanzania - Neema Kilango

Thailand - Niratcha Tungtisanont

Trinidad and Tobago - Melanie George-Sharpe

Turkey - Merve Saribasa

Ukraine - Christine Oparin

Uruguay - Diana Banchero

USA - Nicole Kelley

U.S. Virgin Islands - Abiola Hodge

Venezuela - Caroline Medina

Vietnam - Nguyễn Thái Hà

Wales - Emma Franklin

Zambia - Akamandisa Inambao

Zimbabwe - Thandi Muringa

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CZECH REPUBLIC EARTH 2011 - Šárka Cojocarová's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T00:59:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Šárka Cojocarová
Birth Date: (age 22)
Birth Place: Svobodné Heřmanice
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Miss Earth 2011

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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

The protection of the biodiversity on Mother Earth: the number of species of plants, animals and microorganisms, the enormous diversity of genes in these species, the different ecosystems on the planet, such as deserts, rainforests and coral reefs are all part of a biologically diverse Earth.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

The Czech Republic displays a symbiosis of natural and man-made beauty. As far as cultural sites are concerned, it is a top European destination. Tourists from around the globe come to see our culture, history and architecture. The clearest evidence of this is the inclusion of 12 sites in UNESCO’s world cultural heritage list. In 2005, a large part of the Czech Paradise area, including the Protected Czech Paradise nature reserve was declared a UNESCO Geopark. The historical centre of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, has been part of the UNESCO list since 1992. No other place on earth can boast such a high concentration of UNESCO sites in such a small area.

In the west of Czech Republic, there are scores of extinct volcanoes and hot springs, in the north, sandstone ‘rock towns’ tower over the landscape, in the central regions, the fertile Elbe plain spreads out far and wide and the south is literally pockmarked with ponds and lakes. The Moravian mountain ranges are thickly carpeted with forest, which gradually gives way to the undulating wine-growing regions of South Moravia. The whole country is girdled by mountain ranges, ideal for winter sports.

Describe your childhood/growing years

As a little girl, I grew up in the countryside in the northeast of the Czech Republic. At the age of eleven I went to study ballet in a larger city, but since I was a typical girl from the village, I was always looking forward to go home to our little farm. I really enjoyed spending my free time outdoors, surrounded by wheat fields, meadows, lakes and animals. To this day, the beauty of the city and civilization has never replaced the beauty of nature and wildlife in my heart.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

My childhood gave me one great lesson in life and that’s independence and the ability to take care of myself and other people. Since I was eleven, I practically lived alone in the city so I had to become independent. At that time, I realized the importance of family and friends in my life, people who I can trust, who take care of me and support me in everything I do.

What is your most memorable moment?

Since cooperating with the Czech Association of Paraplegics, my most memorable moment was when I first met people on wheelchairs. I found it amazing how these people enjoy life a lot more than some people who are healthy. Paraplegics are helping other disabled people as well to re-engage in normal life like having children, going to work, etc. The power of humanity that I saw in these people hit me incredibly.

What is your environmental advocacy?

In terms of my environmentally oriented project, I chose the topic of the protection of biodiversity on Mother Earth. The number of species of plants, animals, and microorganisms, the enormous diversity of genes in these species, the different ecosystems on the planet, such as deserts, rainforests and coral reefs are all part of a biologically diverse Earth.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CURACAO EARTH 2011 - Miluska Willems's Photo & Profile

2011-11-24T00:55:00.000-08:00

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Birth Place: Willemstad
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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CRIMEA EARTH 2011 - Nina Astrakhantseva's Photo & Profile/Interview

2011-11-24T00:50:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Nina Astrakhantseva
Birth Date: (age 21)
Birth Place: Simferopol
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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

"When the last tree is cut, when the last fish is poisoned, when the last bird is caught, only then will humanity understand that they can't eat money"- Indian leader (XIX century)

One of the main problems in our planet is air pollution. This situation is more difficult in touristic countries and regions, such as Crimea. Every year more than 5 million tourists visit Crimea to experience our beautiful nature, go sightsing and visit museums. I think that two of the main causes of air pollution is deforestation and the exhaust of transport and heating systems. For me it is very important to work with NGOs, media and corporations in creating the foundation "HEALTHFUL AIR".

The main goals of this foundation should be:
- Teaching students and children the ecology of our planet and country, working with media to support the propaganda of healthy living and caring for surrounding environment.
- Encouraging companies and corporations to apply Corporate Social Responsibility
- Organization of activities for protecting the environment (such as landing new trees in forests on weekends. The main goal is to rid the forests of garbage)
- Creation and implementation of the program to encourage the use of ecologically clean sources of energy and transport with the support of the government of Crimea.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

Crimea has a rich history, the remains of which you can see today. There are the Greek ruins at Xersones, the Geonese fortress of Sudak, the cave towns of Bakhchisarai, the Livadia palace; where Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill carved up Europe at the end of the 2nd World War, and much more. Crimea has a large variety of very impressive historical sights. Crimea is a very beautiful part of the world. It offers a combination of spectacular mountains, cliffs and the sparkling Black sea. The peninsula contains untouched forests, deep canyons and interesting rock formations, as well as a multitude of palaces and monuments to its historical past. Crimea's combination of natural beauty and historical monuments is practically unsurpassed. Crimea's sea and mountains offer great opportunities for outdoor adventure activities, including climbing, biking, caving and diving. Its particularly exciting to do such activities in Crimea, as the tourist infrastructure is not well developed. If you are hiking in the mountains for instance, you can be close to amenities and comforts whist still feeling like you are out there in the wild. My home is one the most unbelievable place of the world! It is the most beautiful part of the Earth. I love Crimea and I believe that you will love it too.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

Thanks to God and to my parents I had great childhood. I got good education and background. I was good at science and poetry, was a leader in school and social worker. I spent my childhood with my lovely sister and parents who helped me every time I need one. I remember my young years as beautiful fairy tale which took place in amazing land- Crimea. I will do everything to give my children so many love and care as I had.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years? ?

If you want something all universe will help you. You need to dream and your dreams will come true. And never stop on results you have.

What is your environmental advocacy?

As I have already said I want to create the foundation "HEALTHFUL AIR". We need to bring up love and care to nature since childhood, so I will create and do special courses of ecology in schools. The main effect will bring special programs created with government of Crimea to stimulate using the alternative sources of energy. More than 30 years we use in Crimea sun and wind energy, transport which is working by electricity. The government should have special taxes for companies which use ecological free sources of energy and have programs of corporate social responsibility. We need to plant new trees and to create new parks and green zones in terms of CSR and social work. With working together, people can have clean and healthy air, water and beautiful future for them and their children!

Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS COSTA RICA EARTH 2011 - Mariela Aparicio Alfaro's Photo & Profile/Interview

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Birth Name: Mariela Aparicio Alfaro
Birth Date: (age 24)
Birth Place:
Occupation:
Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Measurements: 86-60-90
Hair color:
Eye color:
Title(s):
Major Competition(s):

Miss Earth 2011

BIOGRAPHY:

INTERVIEW:

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

My environmental project in this long and beautiful time as Miss Earth Costa Rica was based, in many causes to protect Mother Earth. One of my main formulas to create my environmental project was based on visiting the schools in my country and provide adequate information to children of all ages mainly the younger ones on how to protect and preserve Mother Earth, and guide them with ideas for protecting our nature by planting trees in schools, and encouraging children to plant trees in their homes and I am sure that what I shared with these children until this day will be part of our lives and will continue doing this for ever.

I am also working as a volunteer in environmental campaigns in my country like CR spiral recycling, visiting beaches, forests and rivers, recycling and paint green all the areas I've visited.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

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Describe your childhood/growing years.

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What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

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What is your most memorable moment?

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What is your environmental advocacy?

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Nana Meriwether ( Maryland )

2011-11-23T20:45:00.000-08:00

Name
Nana Meriwether
Age
26
Hometown
Potomac, Maryland
Previous experience
4RU Miss California USA 2011
1RU Miss California USA 2010
3RU Miss California USA 2009
Non-finalist Miss California USA 2008

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTNT - Rani Williamson ( Maine )

2011-11-23T20:33:00.000-08:00

Name
Rani Williamson
Age
25
Hometown
Portland, Maine
Previous experience
3rd runner-up 2011

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Erin Edmiston ( Louisiana )

2011-11-23T20:22:00.000-08:00

Name
Erin Edmiston
Age
22
Hometown
Lafayette, Louisiana
Previous experience
None
Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Rebecca Hodge ( Iowa )

2011-11-23T19:21:00.000-08:00

Name
Rebecca (Becca) Hodge
Age
22
Hometown
Iowa City, Iowa
Previous experience
None

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Ashley Hooks ( Illinois )

2011-11-23T19:09:00.000-08:00

Name
Ashley Hooks
Age
25
Hometown
Flossmoor, Illinois
Previous experience
2nd runner-up 2011
Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Erna Palić ( Idaho )

2011-11-23T18:59:00.000-08:00

Name
Erna Palić
Age
24
Hometown
Boise, Idaho
Previous experience
None

Biography

Erna was born in Bosnia Herzegovina on March 22nd, 1987. At the age of 12, her family decided to move to the United States. She has a very diverse background and speaks four different languages. She loves to travel and meet new people. Erna grew up in Idaho where she was raised by wonderful parents who taught her values and to appreciate everything in life.

In 2005, Erna graduated Capital High School and is currently attending Boise State University majoring in Psychology. Erna is also a model and wants to pursue a career in fashion industry. She loves begin actively involved in her community, supporting the Broncos and local companies.

Erna wants to reach out to young women and teens and give them tools and resources to be change makers and have a successful life. She also wants to promote her platform on self-esteem and confidence to all young girls and women across the state. She loves spending time with friends and family and strives to be a better person and a role model to other young women every day. In her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors and every once in awhile she goes skydiving and zip lining.

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Holly Allen ( Wyoming )

2011-11-23T18:52:00.000-08:00

Name
Holly Allen
Age
24
Hometown
Lander, Wyoming
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011
3rd RU Miss WY Teen USA 2006
4th RU Miss WY Teen USA 2005

Biography

Holly is a graduate of California State University-Chico and works as a recruitment consultant for ADVANTIS Global Services in San Francisco. She was raised on a ranch and is the first titleholder from her small Wyoming hometown.

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Jessica Kazmierczak ( Alaska )

2011-11-23T18:46:00.000-08:00

Name
Jessica Kazmierczak
Age
22
Hometown
Salcha, Alaskahttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif
Previous experience
None

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Marybel Gonzalez ( Colorado )

2011-11-23T18:38:00.000-08:00

Name
Marybel Gonzalez
Age

Hometown
Denver, Colorado
Previous experience
None

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Marie-Lynn Piscitelli (Connecticut)

2011-11-23T18:08:00.000-08:00

Name
Marie-Lynn Piscitelli
Age
25
Hometown
North Haven, Connecticut
Previous experience
1st runner-up 2011
Top 10 2010
4th runner-up 2009
1st runner-up 2008
4th runner-up 2007
Miss Connecticut Teen USA 2001

Biography

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2012 CONTESTANT - Karina Brez ( Florida)

2011-11-23T18:02:00.000-08:00

Name
Karina Brez
Age
23
Hometown
Wellington, Florida
Previous experience
None

Biography

Karina and her family emigrated from the Ukraine when she was a child. After graduating from Dreyfoos School of the Arts she got into the family's jewelry business and is a registered gemologist.

Photo Gallery

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MISS USA 2011 - THE CONTESTANTS, PAST WINNERS & RESULTS

2011-11-23T17:56:00.000-08:00

Miss USA 2011, will be the 60th Miss USA pageant. The Finale will be held in Las Vegas on June 19, 2011. The winner will represent the United States in Miss Universe 2011. Miss USA 2010, Rima Fakih will crown her successor at the end of this event. The 50 states and the District of Columbia will compete for the prestigious title and the pageant will be broadcast live on NBC.

Miss USA 2010, Rima Fakih

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The Final Result of Miss Teen USA 2012

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THE FINAL RESULT:

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The Contestants of Miss Teen USA 2012

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The Photos & Profiles of The Contestants:

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The Past Winners of Miss Teen USA

2011-11-23T06:28:00.000-08:00

MISS TEEN USA 2000: Jillian Parry (Pennsylvania)

1st Runner Up - Texas
Nicole O'Brian
2nd Runner Up - Kentucky
Kristen Johnson

MISS TEEN USA 2001: Marrisa Whitley (Missouri)

1st Runner Up - New York
Gloria Almonte
2nd Runner Up - Massachusetts
Marianna Zaslavsky
3rd Runner Up - Texas
Katherine Perello
4th Runner Up - Indiana
Jillian Dornbush

MISS TEEN USA 2002: Vannesa Semrow (Wisconsin)

1st Runner Up - California
Jennifer Morgan
2nd Runner Up - Kentucky
Tara Conner
3rd Runner Up - Maryland
Michelle Attai
4th Runner Up - Georgia
Kimberly Ann Harlan

MISS TEEN USA 2003: Tami Farrel (Oregon)

1st Runner Up - Tennessee
Alicia Selby
2nd Runner Up - Michigan
Alicia Jaros
3rd Runner Up - Massachusetts
Jacqueline Bruno
4th Runner Up - New Jersey
Jacklyn Pezzotta

MISS TEEN USA 2004: Shelly Hennig (Louisiana)

1st Runner Up - Hawaii
Sonya Balmores
2nd Runner Up - Nevada
Helen Salas
3rd Runner Up - Maryland
Amanda Williams
4th Runner Up - Tennessee
Tiffany Stroud

MISS TEEN USA 2005: Allie LaForce (Ohio)

1st Runner Up - Michigan
Catherine Laurion
2nd Runner Up - West Viginia
Andrea Turner
3rd Runner Up - Illinois
Kelly Cruse
4th Runner Up - California
Stephanie Brink

MISS TEEN USA 2006: Katie Blair (Montana)

1st Runner Up - North Carolina
Melissa Lingafelt
2nd Runner Up - North Dakota
Katie Cooper
3rd Runner Up - Virginia
Samantha Casey
4th Runner Up - Georgia
Brittany Sharp

MISS TEEN USA 2007: Hillary Cruz (Colorado)

1st Runner Up - New Jersey
Alyssa Campanella
2nd Runner Up - North Carolina
Kaitlin Noble
3rd Runner Up - South Carolina
Lauren Caitlin Upton
4th Runner Up - West Virginia
Chelsea Welch

MISS TEEN USA 2008: Stevi Perry (Arkansas)

1st Runner Up - South Carolina
Brittany Pjetraj
2nd Runner Up - North Carolina
Julia Dalton
3rd Runner Up - Louisiana
Lindsey Evans
4th Runner Up - Idaho
Shareece Pfeiffer

MISS TEEN USA 2000 : Jillian Parry (Pennsylvania)

1st Runner Up - Texas
Nicole O'Brian
2nd Runner Up - Kentucky
Kristen Johnson

MISS TEEN USA 2010: Mamie Crawford - ( Maryland )

1st Runner Up - Illinois
Alexis Atkins
2nd Runner Up - California
Emma Baker
3rd Runner Up - Utah
Angelia Layton
4th Runner Up - Mississippi
Haley Sowers

MISS TEEN USA 2011 - Danielle Doty ( Texas )

1st Runner Up - North Dakota
Audra Mari
2nd Runner Up - California
Alexis Swanstrom
3rd Runner Up - Kansas
Taylor Clark
4th Runner Up - Missouri
Sydnee Stottlemyre

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MISS TEEN USA 2012

2011-11-23T06:11:00.000-08:00

Miss Teen USA 2012 will be held in 2012. Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty of Texas Teen USA will crown her successor at the end of this event.

Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty

Miss Teen USA 2012 Contestants

* Miss Alaska Teen USA 2012 - Veronica Temple
* Miss Arizona Teen USA 2012 - Alexa Zellers
* Miss Colorado Teen USA 2012 - Jacqueline Zuccherino
* Miss Connecticut Teen USA 2012 - Logan West
* Miss Florida Teen USA 2012 - Gracie Simmons
* Miss Georgia Teen USA 2012 - Courtney Smits
* Miss Hawaii Teen USA 2012 - Kathryn Teruya
* Miss Idaho Teen USA 2012 - Kimberly Layne
* Miss Illinois Teen USA 2012 - Alexandra Plotz
* Miss Iowa Teen USA 2012 - Carissa Becker
* Miss Louisiana Teen USA 2012 - Marlee Henry
* Miss Maine Teen USA 2012 - Molly Fitzpatrick
* Miss Maryland Teen USA 2012 - Stephanie Chervenkov
* Miss Massachusetts Teen USA 2012 - Jordyn Jagolinzer
* Miss Michigan Teen USA 2012 - Courtney Pizzimenti
* Miss Mississippi Teen USA 2012 - Jessica Carter
* Miss Missori Teen USA 2012 - Jayde Ogle
* Miss Montana Teen USA 2012 - Danica Jansma
* Miss Nebraska Teen USA 2012 - Sarah Summers
* Miss New Jersey Teen USA 2012 - Kendall Barrett
* Miss New Mexico Teen USA 2012 - Jacqueline Cai
* Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2012 - Katherine Puryear
* Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2012 - Tiffany Fletschock
* Miss Ohio Teen USA 2012 - Kendall Fein
* Miss Oklahoma Teen USA 2012 - Jessica Morgan
* Miss Rhode Island Teen USA 2012 - Livia Stencel
* Miss South Carolina Teen USA 2012 - Shannon Ford
* Miss South Dakota Teen USA 2012 - Kalani Jorgensen
* Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2012 - Shanese Brown
* Miss Utah Teen USA 2012 - Keilara McCormick
* Miss Vermont Teen USA 2012 - Karsen Woods
* Miss Virginia Teen USA 2012 - Elizabeth Coakley
* Miss Washington Teen USA 2012 - Alex Carlson-Helo
* Miss West Virginia Teen USA 2012 - Elizabeth Sabatino
* Miss Wisconsin Teen USA 2012 - Briana Joy Yamat
* Miss Wyoming Teen USA 2012 - Sydney Graus

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Ikumi Saga Yoshimatsu was crowned Miss Japan International 2012

2011-11-23T04:16:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss International 2012

Ikumi Saga Yoshimatsu was crowned Miss Japan International 2012 on November 20, 2011 in Tokyo. Ikumi Yoshimatsu is 24 year old and stands 1.70m. She bested 29 other candidates for the chance to represent Japan at the Miss International 2012 contest. The Miss Japan World 2012 will be chosen among the runners-up.

Miss International Japan 2012

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS COLOMBIA EARTH 2011 - Andrea De Vivo Creazzo's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-22T06:59:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Andrea De Vivo Creazzo
Birth Date: (age 24)
Birth Place: La Guajira
Occupation:
Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Measurements:
Hair color:
Eye color:
Title(s):
Major Competition(s):

Miss Earth 2011

BIOGRAPHY:

INTERVIEW:

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

Consistent with my environmental advocacy of wildlife preservation, my environmental project aims to curb some of its major threats. Because we have received the benefits of biodiversity for free, we tend to take it for granted. As humans, we are an essential part of the environment, and with over 6 billion people on Earth our combined efforts have a huge impact on our world. Therefore, the first part to this project starts at a grass roots level, through education, awareness and eco-friendly day-to-day decisions.

The second part of the project considers that the preservation of species and ecosystems can be achieved mainly through government action and intervention. Protected areas are the major instrument in the preservation of biodiversity. Therefore, it is essential to foster dialogue between the government, conservationists, indigenous communities and other interest groups in order to develop strategies and regulations that perpetuate and enlarge protected areas nationally and internationally.

Human beings depend on a healthy and diverse planet. When the Earth suffers, so do we.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I am proud to be born in such an ecologically and ethnically rich country. Our unique geographical conditions, from the highlands of the Andes, to the Amazon rainforest, and our privileged location, between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, makes Colombia the most bio-diverse country per square kilometer in the world. With 10% of the world's flora and fauna, we rank first in the world for variety of birds, second in variety of plants and amphibians and third in reptiles and palms.

Colombia's multicultural population reflects its colorful history. The mix of native inhabitants, Africans, Spanish settlers, and immigrants from Europe and the Middle East, left us with a rich cultural heritage. Colombians are festive, joyful, hospitable and hard-working people who are very proud of their country.

In the past few years, we have progressed significantly and have obtained many achievements in terms of safety, economic and social development, foreign investment, ecology and tourism. Colombia is Passion. Today, the only risk of coming to Colombia is falling in love with its landscape, its people, its cuisine, its fairs, festivities and culture… and wanting to stay.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

I am from Northern Colombia, from the state of La Guajira, a desert region where an Amerindian ethnic group called Wayuu live. Because of my father's job, we lived in a small town close to a national park called Macuira, an oasis in the middle of the desert. I was taught to love and respect nature, as we were always in contact with it.

As a child, I would talk my brothers into rehearsing and performing Christmas shows for our friends and family. They would dance to Backstreet Boys and imitate current, popular Latin American talk shows in front of all of our guests, and then I would sing and dance Shakira's songs like the whole world was watching. As I grew up, I found other ways of being a leader and I began participating in Model United Nations Conferences nationwide, presiding over several committees, and learning about important environmental, security and social issues affecting our world.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

My family has always been the pillar of my life. My parents are my role models and they have taught me by example. My father has worked very hard to become who he is today and from him I learned to follow my dreams, and that the more you get, the more you should give in return. He was always involved in helping the less fortunate communities in La Guajira and seeing how his actions changed people's lives is a life lesson for me. From my mother, I learned to trust God and that His plans for us are perfect. I have been very fortunate to live in different countries and to meet many special people who have taught me to appreciate the world and who make up the person I am today.

What is your most memorable moment?

One of my most memorable moments is a special conversation I had with my grandfather. I had always known that Nonno, as all of his grandchildren called him, had smoked cigarettes from a very young age. But when I was 15 years old, he revealed to me the reason why he quit; when my mother was pregnant with me, she told him that unless he stopped his usual 3 packets a day, he would not be able to be around his first granddaughter, because she did not want her baby exposed to that. That is how, in July 1987, after 42 years of smoking and trying to quit, he finally did. The process was hard and he struggled, but it was all out of love for me and for our family. He said that holding me in his arms for the first time made it all worth it. His sacrifice made him live longer than doctors expected him to, and I was able to have him in my life and share that moment with him. Nonno passed away in 2004, but his memory will live in me forever.

What is your environmental advocacy?

My environmental advocacy is wildlife conservation. Wildlife conservation refers to the protection and restoration of species and their supporting ecosystems, particularly in relation to endangered species. All uses of wildlife should be sustainable and not injurious to the conservation of biodiversity. Therefore, it is vital to identify and curb its major threats, which include habitat loss, climate change, the use of pesticides and toxic chemicals, forest mismanagement, pollution, global market factors and over-exploitation of resources. For life on Earth to carry on and thrive, biodiversity in the environment must be preserved intact, as it upholds the health of the planet and has a direct impact on all our lives. The worst part is that as biodiversity decreases, our use of resources actually increases. WWF estimates that biodiversity has declined by more than 25% in the last 35 years. No one can escape the impact of biodiversity loss, and there is no turning back.

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Miss USA 2012

2011-11-22T06:36:00.000-08:00

Miss USA 2012, the 61st edition of the Miss USA pageant, will be held in July of 2012 in a venue to be decided later. Miss USA 2011 Alyssa Campanella will crown her successor at the end of this event. The winner will represent the United States in Miss Universe 2012. The 50 states and the District of Columbia will compete for the prestigious title and the pageant will broadcast live on NBC.

Miss USA 2011 Alyssa Campanella

Miss USA 2012 Contestants

* Miss Alaska USA 2012 - Jessica Kazmierczak
* Miss Arizona USA 2012 - Erika Frantzve
* Miss Colorado USA 2012 - Marybel Gonzalez
* Miss Connecticut USA 2012 winner - Marie-Lynn Piscitelli
* Miss Florida USA 2012 - Karina Baez
* Miss Florida USA 2012 - Karina Baez Photo Gallery
* Miss Georgia USA 2012 - Jazz Wilkins
* Miss Hawaii USA 2012 - Brandie Cazimero
* Miss Idaho USA 2012 - Erna Palic
* Miss Illinois USA 2012 - Ashley Hookes
* Miss Iowa USA 2012 - Rebecca Hodge
* Miss Louisiana USA 2012 - Erin Edmiston
* Miss Maine USA 2012 - Rani Williamson
* Miss Maryland USA 2012 - Nana Meriwether
* Miss Massachusetts USA 2012 - Natalie Pietrzak
* Miss Michigan USA 2012 - Kristen Danyal
* Miss Mississippi USA 2012 - Myverick Garcia
* Miss Missori USA 2012 - Katie Kearney
* Miss Montana USA 2012 - Autumn Muller
* Miss Nebraska USA 2012 - Amy Spilke
* Miss New Jersey USA 2012 - Michelle Leonardo
* Miss New Mexico USA 2012 - Jessica Martin
* Miss North Carolina USA 2012 - Katherine Puryear
* Miss Ohio USA 2012 - Audrey Bolte
* Miss Oklahoma USA 2012 - Lauren Lundeen
* Miss Rhode Island USA 2012 - Olivia Culpo
* Miss South Carolina USA 2012 - Erika Powell
* Miss South Dakota USA 2012 - Taylor Neisen
* Miss Tennessee USA 2012 - Jessica Hibler
* Miss Texas USA 2012 - Brittany Booker
* Miss Utah USA 2012 - Kendyl Bell
* Miss Vermont USA 2012 - Jamie Lynn Dragon
* Miss Virginia USA 2012 - Catherine Muldoon
* Miss Washington USA 2012 - Christina Clarke
* Miss West Virginia USA 2012 - Andrea Beth Rogers
* Miss Wisconsin USA 2012 - Emily Guerin
* Miss Wyoming USA 2012 - Holly Allen

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THE FINAL RESULTS OF MISS USA 2012

2011-11-22T06:29:00.000-08:00

THE FINAL RESULT

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MISS USA 2012 - THE CONTESTANTS

2011-11-22T06:23:00.000-08:00

MISS USA 2012 - THE CONTESTANTS

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The Past Winners of Miss USA

2011-11-22T06:05:00.000-08:00

Miss USA 2000 - Lynnette Cole (Tennessee)

1st Runner Up - New Hampshire
Bridget Jane Vezina

2nd Runner Up - Alabama
Jina Mitchell

Miss USA 2001- Kandace Krueger (Texas)

1st Runner Up - DC
Liane Angus

2nd Runner Up - Georgia
Tiffany Fallon

Miss USA 2002 -Shauntay Hinton (D.C.)

1st Runner Up - Kansas
Lindsay Douglas
2nd Runner Up - Indiana
Kelly Lloyd
3rd Runner Up - Minnesota
Lanore Van Buren
4th Runner Up - Connecticut

Alita Hawaah Dawson

Miss USA 2003 -Susie Castillo (Massachusetts)

1st Runner Up - Alabama
Michelle Arnette
2nd Runner Up - Texas
Nicole O'Brian
3rd Runner Up - Michigan
Elisa Kathleen Schleef
4th Runner Up - Tennessee

Beth Hood

Miss USA 2004 -Shandi Finnessey (Missouri)

1st Runner Up - South Carolina
Amanda Pennekamp
2nd Runner Up - North Carolina
Ashley Puleo
3rd Runner Up - Oklahoma
Lindsey Hill
4th Runner Up - Tennessee
Stephanie Culberson

Miss USA 2005 -Chelsea Cooley (N. Carolina)

1st Runner Up - California
Brittany Hogan
2nd Runner Up - Kentucky
Kristen Lynn Johnson
3rd Runner Up - Illinois
Jill Gulseth
4th Runner Up - Florida
Melissa Witek

Miss USA 2006 -Tara Conner (Kentucky)

1st Runner Up - California
Tamiko Nash
2nd Runner Up - Georgia
Lisa Wilson
3rd Runner Up - Ohio
Stacy Offenberger
4th Runner Up - Florida
Cristin Duren

Miss USA 2007 -Rachel Smith (Tennessee)

1st Runner Up - Rhode Island
Danielle Lacourse
2nd Runner Up - Kansas
Cara Gorges
3rd Runner Up - California
Meagan Tandy
4th Runner Up - Nevada
Helen Salas

Miss USA 2008 -Crystle Stewart ((Texas)

1st Runner Up - Mississippi
Leah Laviano
2nd Runner Up - New Jersey
Tiffany Andrade
3rd Runner Up - Oklahoma
Lindsey Jo Harrington
4th Runner Up - Pennsylvania
LauRen Merola

Miss USA 2009 -Kristen Dalton

1st Runner Up - California
Carrie Prejean
2nd Runner Up - Arizona
Alicia-Monique Blanco
3rd Runner Up - Utah
Laura Kirilova Chikanov
4th Runner Up - Kentucky
Maria Elizabeth Montgomery

Miss USA 2010 - Rima Fakih (Michigan)

1st Runner Up - Oklahoma
Morgan Woolard
2nd Runner Up - Virginia
Samantha Casey
3rd Runner Up - Colorado
Jessica Hartman
4th Runner Up - Maine
Katie Whittier

Miss USA 2011 - Alyssa Campanella (California)

1st Runner Up - Tennessee

Ashley Durham

2nd Runner Up - Alabama

Madeline Mitchell

3rd Runner Up - Texas

Ana Rodriguez

Special thanks to pageantlovers.com

Luciane Escouto was crowned Miss World Rio Grande do Sul 2112

2011-11-22T04:40:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss World Brazil 2012

From left to right: Tamara (Miss World Ilha da Pintada 2012;

Luciane (Miss World Rio Grande do Sul 2012);

Fernanda (Miss World Ilha dos Lobos 2012)

The state pageants for Miss World Brazil 2012 have already began, and the winner in Rio Grande do Sul was Luciane Escouto, from the city of São Leopoldo. She is 24 years old, 1.86 m-tall, and plays volleyball in the state of Minas Gerais. Mackenzie, the team which she defends, was the runner-up in the recently concluded 2011 Minas Gerais’ championship.

The 1st runner-up was Tamara Costa, who will represent Ilha da Pintada in Miss World Brazil next year. Fernanda Duarte, the 2nd runner-up, is the new Miss World Ilha dos Lobos, and will also compete in the national pageant.

The new Miss World Rio Grande do Sul succeeded Juceila Bueno, who in 2011 went on to become Miss World Brazil and a Miss World quarter-finalist (top 30). Luciane won a brand new car, a trip to Disney World with both runner-ups, and signed a contract with Pampa TV.

After Juceila’s success in 2011, over 5500 entries applied to compete in the preliminary rounds of Miss World Rio Grande do Sul 2012.

Miss World Brazil 2012 will be crowned on May 5th, at the Portobelo Resort & Safari, in Mangaratiba, Rio de Janeiro.

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Tiffany Fletschock Crowned Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2012

2011-11-22T04:21:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Tiffany Fletschock (right), Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2012

Tiffany Fletschock Crowned Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 at Fargo, North Dakota. She will represent North Dakota in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant. Tiffany Fletschock was the 1st runner up of Miss North Dakota Teen USA 2011.

Miss Teen USA 2012 , the 30st Miss Teen USA pageant. It will be held in 2012. Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty of Texas Teen USA will crown her successor at the end of this event.

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Jessica Morgan was crowned Miss Oklahoma Teen USA 2012

2011-11-22T04:11:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2011

Miss Yukon Teen USA, Jessica Morgan was crowned Miss Oklahoma Teen USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 at Historic Scottish Rite Temple, Guthrie, OK. She will represent Oklahoma in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss Teen USA 2012 , the 30st Miss Teen USA pageant. It will be held in 2012. Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty of Texas Teen USA will crown her successor at the end of this event.

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Katherine Puryear was crowned Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2012

2011-11-21T20:43:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Katherine Puryear was crowned Miss North Carolina Teen USA 2012 on November 12, 2011 at The High Point Theatre and Exhibition Center, High Point. She will represent North Carolina in Miss Teen USA 2012

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Molly Fitzpatrick was crowned Miss Maine Teen USA 2012

2011-11-21T20:40:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Molly Fitzpatrick was crowned Miss Maine Teen USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 at Westbrook Performing Arts Center. She will represent Maine in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

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Jordyn Jagolinzer was crowned Miss Massachusetts Teen USA 2012

2011-11-21T20:17:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Jordyn Jagolinzer was crowned Miss Massachusetts Teen USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 at Lowell Memorial Auditorium in Lowell. She will represent Massachusetts in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CHINESE TAIPEI EARTH 2011 - Cherry Liu's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-21T19:42:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Cherry Liu
Birth Date: (age 18)
Birth Place: Taipei
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Miss Earth 2011

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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

My goal this year is to raise awareness of the importance of Environmental Protection. I believe it is essential to educate our new generation what are the environmental issues the Earth is facing in the 21st century, and how do we correspond to it. I will be visiting various elementary and junior-high schools through out the year, guiding and demonstrating them the correct way to recycle, save energy to reduce carbon emission to cool the Earth.

I will also be launching a charity t-shirt project "Smile for Earth". We have assembled a team of 100(10 beautiful girls from 10 universities) in Taiwan to assist advocating my goal, by auctioning 10 US dollar t-shirts to college students, corporate industries and political leaders. Furthermore, the profit will be the foundation for us to buy seeds and conjointly grow them in the major cities of Taiwan and also to buy reusable chopsticks for our younger generation. The vision of this campaign is to influence all ages of people in the importance of becoming eco-friendly and cherishing our Mother Earth.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

The beautiful Formosa Island- Taiwan, is celebrating its 100th Centennial this year. The small population of 23 million people has been through a long journey of political changes. But the Republic of China(Taiwan) today, is a fascinating, multicultural democratic country filled with delicious cuisines, astonishing landscapes and richness in indigenous culture. Taiwan is undeniably recognized best for The National Palace Museum, that contains 1/4 of the Worlds traditional Chinese artifacts, we also have the World's best golf player-Tseng Yani and The World's tallest eco-friendly LEED building, Taipei 101. What people may not know is that the modern, developed country Taiwan, cares tremendously about environmental protection, both the government and the people. For Example: Where I live, the busy Taipei City, every household is required to divide trash in to four categories, and we are also required to pay for waste bags, this is our way of reducing trash. We have successfully done so, by reducing 28%. And if you have a chance to visit Taiwan one day, you will notice signs in our restrooms, our offices and schools everywhere, to remind us to turn off our lights and save energy. I am proud to say that this friendly and convenient living environment, beautiful and hospitable Taiwan is my Home.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

I am very blessed to grow up in a family with loving parents that have nourished me in becoming who I am today. I have a great memory of my childhood, filled with summer camps in YMCA, hiking and skiing trips on the weekends, family reunions at extraordinary beaches. I love the outdoors, and all kinds of sports. Beach volleyball, basketball, swimming….just about everything Athletic! I was also very passionate of dancing, I could dance anywhere at anytime. As I said before, I am extremely thankful for what my parents has provided me, and I hope I can do the same for my kids in the future. Offer them the clean and beautiful childhood I have lived in.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

Due to my fathers occupation, my family had the chance to live in both Taiwan and America. And the traveling between countries has shaped the character of who I am today…. the combination of two different culture traits. Being fun and outgoing, but at the same time understanding to Give and be humble. My parents were the live inspiration and motivation to me, their drive to reach their goal has proved to me that we shouldn't doubt ourselves, the only thing we should doubt is our limits! My all time favorite quote can define the experiences I have learned from the past " throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor, catch the trade winds, in your sails, explore, dream, discover." Life is a climb, you have to explore and try everything, until you realize what you want the most in life. Then set your mind on your goal, and don't let fear get to you, in the end you will find the true beauty within your own goal.

What is your most memorable moment?

My most memorable moment has to be this summer, I attended HPAIR(Harvard project for Asia International Relations). During this five day event in Seoul, there was a day called International Night. It was a night where delegates from different countries can perform something that represents their culture and country. It was an amazing night, because I got to see people the same age as me that has the same drive like me, to share the beauty of their country to the world. We saw fan dance, belly dance, break dances, and many more. Of course, 11 of us Taiwan delegates performed too. We practiced extremely hard the whole summer to learn this Tai-ya aboriginal dance, and we felt very accomplished when people from the audience joined us, in the end we even got a standing ovation! It was the proudest moment of my life so far.

What is your environmental advocacy?

My environmental advocacy will be predominantly based on education of how to be environmentally friendly. I believe it is important to teach our new generation why environmental protection needs us to take affirmative action now.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CHINA EARTH 2011 - Liu Yu Jun's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-21T16:21:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Liu Yu Jun
Birth Date: (age 22)
Birth Place: Nanjing
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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

I want to create a great awareness about the importance of tree planting. I wish to speak up to every houses, buildings and schools to plant more trees so that we can educate the younger generation and also the communities to be more alert about global warming issues.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I am a proud Chinese girl. My country is a well developed country and proudly speaking our leaders and also the china citizens are still putting the environment issue as the main priority because we know that a good environment promised a better future for ourselves and also for our next generation. Besides that a beautiful environment that we have in china has help our country to be one of the best tourists destination and attraction for the mother nature lovers from all over the world. We are surrounded by a picturesque mountains, green and fresh rainforests and friendly communities. Eventhough we are living in many different cultures but we are still living in a peace and harmony lifestyle and we are fortunate enough because china is great country.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

I started to involve myself in sport (fencing) when i was 9 years old. At the age of 11, I represented my school and my district to a city level tournament.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

I learned how to be more matured at a very young age as well to be more confidence in handling things without giving burden to other people.

What is your most memorable moment?

My most memorable experience is when i won my first ever pageant in my own city after beating 40 other contestants and it has changed my life a lot and gave me more confidence to win Miss Earth China 2011.

What is your environmental advocacy?

First and foremost i would like to reach the hearts and mind of the public on going green practices. I want all the people know that environment is a meaningful gift from god so we have to appreciate it. Each and everyone of us can make a big different even we contribute a small things to the environment but we can make a situation even better for our next generation.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS CHILE EARTH 2011 - Camila Stuardo's Photos & Profile/Biography

2011-11-21T16:17:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Camila Stuardo
Birth Date: (age 22)
Birth Place: Temuco
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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

I would like to create a project that will encourage my country to spend more on clean energy and discourage overfishing, as well as deforestation.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

Chile, in my opinion, is the most beautiful country in the world. We have a very strong and stable economy. Chile offers a variety of geographical terrains and atmospheric conditions: from the driest dessert on earth, the great valleys, the rain forest, the white Andes mountain, glaciers, to the Chilean Antarctic territory. My country is very safe so you can enjoy traveling around Chile with the assurance that our police will help you in case you run into any trouble. In the north, you can enjoy in driest dessert in the world, Then you can visit southern Central Valley, from Los Andes (5th Region) down to Los Angeles (8th Region). Everything is grown in this "Central Valley" of Chile. There are plenty of cows, chickens, pigs, horses and other livestock (mainly sheep and goats) too. Dairy is big business. Wine is an even bigger business. So are oranges, pears, apples, avocados, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, grapes, watermelons, honeydew melons, cantaloupe, lettuce, cabbage, pumpkin, broccoli, corn, peas, asparagus, zucchini, tomatoes, blueberries, raspberries, potatoes, kiwis and just about any other fruit and vegetable one can imagine. The south is beautiful: full of volcanoes, lakes and ancient forests. You can also find the Mapuche (where our people originated from) here, whose cultural heritage has been kept intact over the years. My country is every tourist's dream and is a must-see for travelers.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

Around this age, I was already living alone with my mother because my parents separated. I spent my childhood going to school of course, and when I reached the age of 13, I started working as a model to make my own money.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

I learned to cherish and enjoy the beautiful moments we're given, to never surrender when faced with difficulties and to always see these hardships as opportunities to learn.

What is your most memorable moment?

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What is your environmental advocacy?

I believe in baby steps: starting with myself, my home and influencing those who I'm close to. I do my share to help the environment by segregating the garbage, turning off the lights that aren't being used and riding a bike instead of using a car.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS BOTSWANA EARTH 2011 - Messiah Jackson's Photo & Profile/Interview

2011-11-21T16:12:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Messiah Jackson
Birth Date: (age 24)
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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

Since I have realized that technology have a great contribution to Global warming, I would like to create a project by the name ROADS OF EARTH. Because there are many vehicles on the roads and they emit gases, I would like to plant many trees along the roads of Botswana so that they can help in clearing the air and also act as carbon sink.

I will also educate people on why is it really necessary to protect our environment, because I believe trees are alive and they provide both economic and social benefits to the people worldwide.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

Botswana is graced with beautiful flora and fauna. Tourism is one of the major contributer to Botswana, hence I would like to promote Tourism sector because our tourism is mainly about Mother Nature from our beautiful Deltas, forest reserves and game reserves.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

Growing up was difficult as my parents who were living together for sometime had to separate. It was not easy living with a single parent. At the age of 8 I had a very difficult time to choose whether to stay with my mother or my Dad. I loved my dad more but I had a feeling my mother loved me more. I ended up staying with my mother who at that time was not working. Visiting my father was in my everyday schedule and it was the same to him as he was visiting me every day at school during tea time, while I was visiting him every day after school and we were staying in the same town.

At the age of 9-13, I had to go and stay with my mother at a village outside town, I have never lived that far away from my Dad and it was a difficult moment again. School was 20km out of town and we had to travel by bus every morning to school.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

I have learnt to think before taking action, analyse the situation and take the best decision.

What is your most memorable moment?

Being crowned Miss Earth Botswana 2011.

What is your environmental advocacy?

I believe knowledge is power, and if someone has power, he feels good and if he feels good, he does good. So I would like to empower the young generation with environmental knowledge so that they can grow up with an idea on how to take care of the environment and do good on that. I would like to advocate on tree planting especially to the youth and young children.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS BOLIVIA EARTH 2011 - Valeria Avendano's Photos & Profile/Interview

2011-11-21T16:11:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Valeria Avendano
Birth Date: (age 23)
Birth Place: La Paz
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Miss Earth 2011

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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

The excessive demand of the mankind towards the environment. This means that in order to satisfy the necessities and new needs changes the balance between the mother land - nature and human being, which causes the pollution, destruction of the rainforests, the poaching and many other acts that go in opposition to the well-being of the mother land.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I feel proud of my people, my countries geography and history, and I´m so proud of my ancestor's and the millenary cultures (quechuas, aymaras, guaranties).

Bolivia has a geographical incomparable variety. From the covered snow heights of the Andes, his beautiful Salar of Uyuni ( sea salt ), the biggest of the world, his lake Titicaca, the highest of the world, the fertile valleys and the exuberance of the Amazon, where they reign the flora and the most coveted fauna, with parks and reservations that are a lung of the world. You can admire the flight of the condor in the heights of 5.000 meters above sea level and feel the roar of the leopard in the oriental plains to 500 meters above sea level; you can observe to the alpaca with his rich wool and within a few hours you will appreciate an immense cayman in Amazonian waters.

In all this distance exists minerals, agricultural wealth, hydro-coal-like, timber, and renewable as well as not renewable resources. And in all this distance there is 10 million Bolivians are with a diversity of cultures and languages.

We are a thousand-year-old country, with cultures as the Tihuanacota, which has bequeathed his forms of life and agrarian productivity and cities of stone. The culture Aymara and the Quechua culture, they cornered our geography united with cultures of the Amazonian zones of the country. In these cultures we have developed the art, the culture, the music, the production and the laboriousness of the Bolivian man and women.

Bolivia is a country with a rich history of combate in search of the freedom that we have obtained in hard historical battles. For our freedom we risqué our lives looking for equality. Bolivia is a society of deep faith and is tied to the ancient beliefs to the Christian faith. We are a country on the centre of South America, as well as in the heart of our continent.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

It was one of the most beautiful time of my life, because my cousins and I were living in the same house, playing and strengthening our familiar bows, during the holidays period the all family used to travel to the country side, we had a direct contact with nature, so we can make the most of it.

At this stage of my life I lived between my city and the country side, and become to appreciate and to strengthen the relations with my family specially when we used to be visit the family country house of the family and the contact with nature has strengthened me physically which help me to became an athlete and compete, many times arriving the first place.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

The love and recognition of the family has strengthened the spirit, the contacts with nature strengthen me physically, and the desire to participate in sports events has strengthened myself auto esteem.

What is your most memorable moment?

The memorable facts that I have had in my life, have been the sports games obtained in my adolescence and youth; becoming Miss La Paz's title, most important department of my country, then Miss Bolivia-Earth title. My moment of happiness has been the birth of my brother, and the sadness moment was when my grandfather died.

What is your environmental advocacy?

I will try in my daily life to generate the least possible volumes of garbage and tend to recycle, that certainly is what cause more damages. I try to save most possible energy, taking advantage specially of the day light, and great part of my teenager and youth life, I have been vegetarian.

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Miss Earth 2011 Contestant - MISS ALBANIA EARTH 2011 - Emanuela Guri's Photo & Profile/Interview

2011-11-21T16:05:00.000-08:00

Birth Name: Emanuela Guri
Birth Date: (age 23)
Birth Place: Tirana
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Miss Earth 2011

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What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

I would like to create an association with the name "protect the environment, live longer" would like to make the design of a new legal basis to change the existing one to adopt in full all the principles of environmental protection, land and to create the necessary legal basis for the full transposition of directives later to protect the environment from pollution, including the directive "on integrated prevention and control of pollution", that "on the large combustion plants", that "for environmental responsibilities "and the directive" On the control of major accidents ", which include dangerously substances if we have a clean environment, live a healthy life.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I feel proud of my country because we have survived! And a nation that survives on three thousand years through heavy occupations, and this gives us more great spiritual values! makes me proud of the fact that we are not against the persecutors but we are showing civilization. I am that we live in a land blessed with natural beauty and exceptional climate. I am proud because we have fine traditions, special, rich. I am because we are the noblest people in this selfish world. I am because we have given our precious contribution throughout our history. We've all been in the top elite of empires which passed through Europe or the Balkan Peninsula. Figures for the life I gave judgment and European hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg. Because we were the first to create the idea of the nation in the Balkans.

Describe your childhood/growing years.

I had a very happy childhood, with a wonderful family with my two sister's, We loved always going in the school together and when we made trouble sometimes we loved that always near us was my wonderful mother and special father that He is not with us anymore, but He keep looking for us from the Heaven. We were always together.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

I learned from this age that it is not important what you have in life, but who is near you.

What is your most memorable moment?

Difficult to memorize a moment as they are numerous in everybody's life My only time in my life was a day argued with the little sister, and i called the police to intimidate, and since then remained a legend "you will receive the police again". I also introduce programs for children from age 10 years who was a beautiful period, I was small but i felt like a big girl.

What is your environmental advocacy?

To stop forest and rivers destruction as it is degrading the environment, importance of having as many trees in our city's as they are so invaluable to our existence and I think that with many trees our city's will make them look lovely to all of us.

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24 year-old Ikumi Yoshimatsu was crowned Miss International Japan 2012 in Tokyo - She will represent Japan in Miss International 2012 pageant

2011-11-21T15:40:00.000-08:00

Miss International Japan 2012

TOKYO, Japan - Ikumi Yoshimatsu (24, 1.70m, Saga) was crowned Miss International Japan 2012 in Tokyo. She will represent Japan in Miss International 2012. Miss World Japan was not crowned on the ceremony. It is unknown if the International Culture Association dropped the Miss World license or if they will celebrate a separate pageant later.

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Jaci Stofferahn was crowned Miss North Dakota USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 - She will represent North Dakota in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:35:00.000-08:00

Jaci Stofferahn was crowned Miss North Dakota USA 2012

Road to Miss USA 2012

Jaci Stofferahn (2nd from the left) was crowned Miss North Dakota USA 2012

Jaci Stofferahn was crowned Miss North Dakota USA 2012 on November 20, 2011. She will represent North Dakota in Miss USA 2012 Pageant.

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Ashley Hookes was crowned Miss Illinois USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 - She will represent Illinois in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:34:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Ashley Hookes was crowned Miss Illinois USA 2012 on November 20, 2011. She will represent Illinois in Miss USA 2012 Pageant.

Ashley Hookes (2nd from the left) was crowned Miss Illinois USA 2012

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Erika Frantzve was crowned Miss Arizona USA 2012 on November 20, 2012 - She will represent Arizona in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:31:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Erika Frantzve was crowned Miss Arizona USA 2012 on November 20, 2012. She will represent Arizona in Miss USA 2012 Pageant to be held in Las Vegas next June.

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Rani Williamson was crowned Miss Maine USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 - She will represent Maine in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:29:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Rani Williamson was crowned Miss Maine USA 2012 on November 20, 2011. She will represent Maine in Miss USA 2012 Pageant.

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Natalie Pietrzak was crowned Miss Massachusetts USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 - he will represent Massachusetts in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:27:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Natalie Pietrzak was crowned Miss Massachusetts USA 2012 on November 20, 2011. She will represent Massachusetts in Miss USA 2012 Pageant to be held in Las Vegas in June 2012.

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Alexandra Plotz was crowned Miss Teen Illinois USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 - She will represent Illinois in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:26:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Miss Illinois Teen USA 2012, Alexandra Plotz

Alexandra Plotz was crowned Miss Teen Illinois USA 2012 on November 20, 2011. She will represent Illinois in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

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Paradise Valley Teen USA, Alexa Zellers was crowned Miss Arizona Teen USA 2012 - She will represent Arizona in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:23:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Paradise Valley Teen USA, Alexa Zellers (17 year old, Scottsdale) was crowned Miss Arizona Teen USA 2012 on November 20, 2011 at at the fabulous Mesa Arts Center, Ikeda Theater. She will represent Arizona in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss Teen USA 2012 , the 30st Miss Teen USA pageant. It will be held in 2012. Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty of Texas Teen USA will crown her successor at the end of this event.

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Erika Powell was crowned Miss South Carolina USA 2011 - She will represent South Carolina in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:21:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Erika Powell was crowned Miss South Carolina USA 2012 on November 19, 2011 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center, North Charleston, SC. She will represent South Carolina in Miss USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss USA 2012 , the 61st Miss USA pageant. It will be held in June of 2012. The winner will represent the United States in Miss Universe 2012 beauty pageant. Miss USA 2011, Alyssa Campanella of California will crown her successor at the end of 2012 Miss USA Beauty Pageant.

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Shannon Ford was crowned Miss South Carolina Teen USA 2012 - She will represent South Carolina in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:19:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss Teen USA 2012

Shannon Ford was crowned Miss South Carolina Teen USA 2012 on November 19, 2011 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center, North Charleston, SC. She will represent South Carolina in Miss Teen USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss Teen USA 2012 , the 30st Miss Teen USA pageant. It will be held in 2012. Miss Teen USA 2011, Danielle Doty of Texas Teen USA will crown her successor at the end of this event.

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Jazz Wilkins was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2012 - She will represent Georgia in Miss USA 2012 Pageant

2011-11-21T08:17:00.000-08:00

Road to Miss USA 2012

Jazz Wilkins was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2012 on November 19, 2011 at Woodland Performing Arts Center in Cartersville, Georgia. She will represent Georgia in Miss USA 2012 Pageant.

Miss USA 2012 , the 61st Miss USA pageant. It will be held in June of 2012. The winner will represent the United States in Miss Universe 2012 beauty pageant. Miss USA 2011, Alyssa Campanella of California will crown her successor at the end of 2012 Miss USA Beauty Pageant.

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