MISSION STATEMENT:
-To promote cultural unity among the Hmong
-To organize, operate and manage the annual Hmong International New Year Celebration in Fresno, CA
-To preserve the Hmong culture, language and heritage
-To support Hmong youth for educational purposes
The Miss Hmong International Pageant is dedicated to showcasing young Hmong women in a colorful production that will represent culture, intelligence and talent. Individuals, including those without prior experience, are encouraged to apply and join the Miss Hmong International Pageant family.
IN ORDER TO BE QUALIFIED TO APPLY, YOU MUST BE:
-Female from birth
-Born before December 26, 1992 (meaning you must be at least 18 years old; this change every year)
-At least one biological parent is Hmong
-Single and never married both culturally and legally
-Not pregnant before or during reign if contestant should place
-Speak and understand both Hmong and English fluently
-Not an immediate family member/affiliate with HINY (Hmong International New Year) &Board of Directors
-Exempt of criminal history and records
-Be nominated by an organization/business/church or legal identity
(Must be available to attend and participate in HINY events upon request)
CONTESTANT REQUIREMENTS:
-COMMITMENT
*Contestants must commit to ALL training and mandatory events prior to pageant day. In addition, contestants may be asked to participate in additional events in the Fresno area.
-COSTS/SPONSORSHIP RESPONSIBILITY
*Contestants must submit a Registration Fee upon application submission and are limited to 2 sponsors per contestant. (I don't know the fee for this year yet but I'll find out. Last year's fee was $200.00)
SPONSOR(S) MAY BE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING:
-Provide required outfits/costumes and/or accessories needed
-Be available for the contestant to contact/reach
-Purchase gifts/flowers to support contestant
CONTESTANTS MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
-Attach a face shot and a full body shot (3X5 or 4X6). Photographs must be taken in the last 12 months. Face shot must be of high quality/professional grade and at least 300dpi. Wear solid colors. Background of your face shot must have a solid backdrop. Do not touch up or edit photos. Hands should not be on or around face area.
-Furnish a copy of state current identification card, passport and Social Security Card
-Attach a current resume
-Submit completed application from in person or walk-in to Hmong International New Year Foundation, Inc. by Friday, November 19, 2010 (MAIL/FAX to:
Hmong International New Year Foundation, INC.
1558 North 9th Street
Fresno, CA 93703
Tel:559-287-1012 FAX:559-487-1014
MISS HMONG INTERNATIONAL PAGEANT PRIZES
1. Miss Hmong International $5000.00*
2. Miss Hmong International, 1st Runner-up $3000.00
3. Miss Hmong International, 2nd Runner-up $1000.00
4. Others (Runner-ups) $200.00 per non-title holder contestant
*Queen title is subject to receive up to an additional match of $5000.00 donation upon HINY approval for community service/choice of foundation/organization. Recipient must fundraise up to or equal to $5000.00 to receive the allotted match on top of scholarship award.
AWARDS:
1. Miss Congeniality
2. Miss Photogenic
3. Miss Talent
(*Minimum of 8 participants and maximum of 10 is required for competition)
To download and print application:
CLICK HERE
I hope this information help you. I'll post up the registration fee and others if I find out more. GOOD LUCK for anybody who wants to compete in this year's competition.