candidatas a miss universe 2019. final: 8 dec. sede: atlanta.

preliminary competition aqui:
https://www.foroelitebeauties.com/t21696-preliminar-de-miss-universe-2019
trajes tipicos aqui:
https://www.foroelitebeauties.com/t21656-trajes-tipicos-de-candidatas-a-miss-universe-2019
videos aqui:
https://www.foroelitebeauties.com/t21659-videos-de-candidatas-a-miss-universe-2019

miss albania, cindy marina.

COUNTRY
ALBANIA
HOMETOWN
SHKODER
AGE
21
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH; ALBANIAN
Cindy Marina is a student at the University of Southern California studying International Relations and Global Business. During her college career, Cindy participated on the USC (2017-2019) and Duke University (2016) volleyball team. She is currently a member of the Albanian WomenÕs National Volleyball Team and has competed with them since 2016. She has been a major contributor to the teamsÕ success in recent years and led the team to their highest finish in history at the European League Finals. Cindy has learned a lot from athletics including, how to set goals, take action, and execute under pressure. Since 2015, Cindy has done a variety of modeling work and achieved increased notoriety since joining the Albanian National Team. Cindy plans to develop a business that combines art, fashion, and people to educate and inspire her community to care for one another and the planet.

miss argentina, mariana varela.

COUNTRY
ARGENTINA
HOMETOWN
BURZACO. PROVINCIA DE BUENOS AIRES. ARGENTINA.
AGE
23
LANGUAGES
SPANISH
Mariana Varela in an independent woman and she believes that every body deserves that freedom, that's why she is eager to fight against gender violence. She works alongside a movement that protects and helps women who are victims of violence called #almiedono. She also supports the Superintendency of domestic and gender violence in the city of Buenos Aires. Mariana participants in discussions about awareness and prevention, and also promotes campaigns about it. She cares deeply about this cause because she has suffered from this type of violence in the past. Her main goal is to promote the equality around the world and she works hard for it everyday. Mariana hopes to make her country proud at this year's competition.

miss armenia, dayana davtyan.

COUNTRY
ARMENIA
HOMETOWN
YEREVAN
AGE
21
LANGUAGES
RUSSIAN; ARMENIAN
Dayana Davtyan is passionate for graphic design and cartoon illustration. She is currently studying at the National University of Architecture and Construction of Armenia. Dayana is a member of the board of directors of the "Akunq" charity foundation, an organization that aims to help survivors of the "Spitak" earthquake in 1988. The foundation emphasises on single mothers, poverty stricken citizens, and homeless people. In addition to her social activism, she also works as a model for famous Armenian designers.

miss aruba, danna garcia.

COUNTRY
ARUBA
AGE
21
LANGUAGES
SPANISH; DUTCH, PAPIAMENTO AND ENGLISH
Danna is passionate about physical and mental health. She is currently working at a hospital as a nurse while simultaneously going to school to further her education. Everday, she makes sure she is day energized to provide for her patients and ensure they receive the best care possible. Danna also volunteers for several foundations throughout the island, and is particularly interested in mental health and helping those fight the mental health stigma. When she isn't at the hospital or studying, Danna is volunteering, modeling, swimming or exercising.

miss australia, priya serrao.

COUNTRY
AUSTRALIA
HOMETOWN
MELBOURNE
AGE
27
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH; HINDI
Priya Serrao is the first Indian-Australian to be crowned Miss Universe Australia. She currently works as a Policy Adviser for the Victorian government and has tertiary degrees in Politics, International Studies, and Law. She was born in India, grew up in the Middle East, and migrated to Australia at the age of 10. Her interest in social change has led her to work with several local community organizations as well as international organizations including the United Nations Development Program in East Timor. She is an advocate for inclusive societies and gender equality, who recently started a social media campaign so that women experiencing homelessness in Melbourne can have access to free articles of clothing, nutritious food, and grooming services.

miss bangladesh, shirin akther.

COUNTRY
BANGLADESH
HOMETOWN
BANGLADESH
AGE
20
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH; HINDI; BANGLA
Shirin Akteris is honored to be the first ever Miss Universe Bangladesh. Shirin is a student at Dhaka Univeristy pursuing a degree in physics. In addition to her studies, she also works as a fashion model who aspires to be a philanthropist and media persona. She is passionate about the environment and is a part of a program that continuously plants trees as a part of a local social cause. She also enjoys volunteering at senior centers and spending time with the elderly. Her hobbies include, cooking, dancing, and badminton.

miss barbados, shanel ifill.

COUNTRY
BARBADOS
AGE
20
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Shanel Marie Ifill is a second year student at the University of the West Indies obtaining her Bachelor's Degree in Law. Over time, she has become a passionate advocate for Human Rights and plans to become a Human Rights attorney with hopes of securing a position with a NGO upon graduation. In addition to her studies, she works as a fashion model and has been featured in several major international campaigns. Previously, Shanel was treated for a very severe form of scoliosis, and now uses her platform to advocate for others going through this challenging condition. This cultivated her passion for philanthropy, and now she also volunteers with The Nightengale Home for Children in Barbados, a charity that helps the youth affected by scoliosis.

miss belgium, angeline flor pua.

COUNTRY
BELGIUM
HOMETOWN
ANTWERP
AGE
24
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH; FRENCH; DUTCH, TAGALOG
Angeline Flor Pua is the current Miss Universe Belgium, and is the first winner of Filipino and Asian descent to win the national pageant. She is incredibly proud to be representing the diversity within her country on an international platform. In addition to being a beauty queen, she is also a licensed commercial pilot. As Miss Universe Belgium, she aims to act as a global face for female empowerment, diversity, and equality. She wants to inspire everyone around the world to chase their dreams no matter their circumstances. Her charity 'Hope for the Children' is extremely close to her heart. The Cambodian organization focuses on education and inspiring children to preserver thorough any and all challenges regardless of their upbringing. As the year comes to a close, she is looking forward to bringing home Belgium's second Miss Universe crown

miss belize, destinee arnold.

COUNTRY
BELIZE
HOMETOWN
ROARING CREEK VILLAGE
AGE
26
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Destinee Arnold comes from the small village of Roaring Creek, Belize. She graduated Cum Laude from California State University Fullerton with her BachelorÕs Degree in Sociology. She currently works in the insurance industry as a property claims field adjuster for home restoration. Destinee is incredibly passionate about volunteering. She has worked with multiple organizations including the ÒLove FoundationÓ in Belize, as well as the eating disorder center for women and men. In addition to working with local organizations, she's traveled to Cambodia on a mission trip that changed her life. Recently, she partnered with ÒHope for LifeÓ which provides assistance for families and their newborn children in need. She is most passionate about ending the cycle of violence against women in impoverished countries throughout the world.

miss bolivia, fabiana hurtado.

BOLIVIA
HOMETOWN
SANTA CRUZ DE LA SIERRA
AGE
21
LANGUAGES
PORTUGUESE; SPANISH
Fabiana Hurtado is pursuing a Communication of Science degree at Gabriel RenŽ Moreno University. One of the many things that Fabiana passionate about is her charity work. An organization she is honored to work with is Smile Train, an international childrenÕs charity that supports 100%-free cleft repair surgery and comprehensive cleft care for children globally. Through Smile Train, she has had the opportunity to assist in surgeries, and connect with families and children who were positively impacted. In addition, Fabiana works with a food and clothing drive that is organized to bring goods to the populations damaged by a fire that destroyed more than 2 million hectares. She spent five days to help extinguish certain sources of the fire. Another organization close to Fabiana's heart is the JESSIKA BORDA institution, aimed to help women suffering from violence. Her grandmother was a victim of femicide, and Fabiana's dream is to use her platform to empower and give faith to survivors that they need to move forward. Fabiana is looking forward to representing her country at this year's Miss Universe Competition.

miss brazil, julia horta.

COUNTRY
BRAZIL
HOMETOWN
JUIZ DE FORA - MINAS GERAIS
AGE
25
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH; PORTUGUESE
Julia Horta earned her Journalism degree at the Federal University of Juiz de Fora in 2016.She currently works as a speaker and digital influencer, and created a project called ÒActive Voice.Ó Through this project, Julia seeks to share knowledge about oration, meditation, feminism, self-awareness, and empowerment through social media and lectures.Thanks to this project, she is now an ambassador for ÒPlano de MeninaÓ (Girl Plan), which empowers and educates women in Brazil to take on new opportunities and expand their voices. In addition, Julia fights for womenÕs rights, diversity, and the environment, and she has become Smile Train BrazilÕs ambassador.

miss british virgin islands, bria smith.

COUNTRY
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
HOMETOWN
SEA COW'S BAY
AGE
26
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Motivated by her favorite quote by Benjamin Franklin, ÒEither write something worth reading or do something worth writing,Ó Bria Smith has dedicated her life to establishing herself in her community through her voluntary service and her career in communications. As a media communications professional, Bria has served in the public sector with the Department of Information and Public Relations assigned to the PremierÕs Office. She is a Speech Communications Adjunct Lecturer for the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. Her lifeÕs goal is to become a published author and to own her own Public Relations & Media Management Firm and Broadcast Network. BriaÕs love for her community and its rich culture and heritage has led her to champion the cause of Cultural and Historical Preservation where she hopes to ensure that the cultural practices, historical sites, and artifacts of her territoryÕs forefathers are preserved and exhibited through education, creative industries, and documentation. She is an honors graduate from the University of Maryland- Baltimore County with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Communications Studies with a minor in History and is in the process of pursuing a joint Master of Arts degree in Global Strategic Communication and Creative Writing. She is an avid reader and softball player. She enjoys writing, paddle boarding, travelling, exploring and island-hopping.