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Itisha Chowdhury
Ms. International World
Canada
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Itisha is a passionate community leader, a dedicated law professional, and a teacher. Having overcome a congenital heart condition, she embodies strength and resilience in all that she does. With a strong work ethic and a heart for service, Itisha devotes her time to uplifting others and spreading kindness within her community. Honored and recognized by two community organizations of Montreal. She continues to use her voice and platform to inspire positive change, empower others to believe in themselves, and remind the world that humility and compassion are the greatest measures of true success. Itisha looks forward in competing at the Ms. International World Pageant in September.
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Marie Joseph
Ms. International World
Classic USA
Marie is a proud mother of 3, a Military spouse and a Fitness Instructor.
She is thrilled to say that she is very blessed to have a wonderful family, who have been supporting her and her modeling career! She enjoys modeling and loves meeting new people and helping her community in any way she can. She is also a licensed Mortgage Loan Advisor where she can help people fulfill their dreams to own a home . She has been assisting many people in buying their first home and also service members in their mortgage process ! She loves shopping , and going out and having a good time! She is always looking to help people in need and feels she has a good heart! Maria is very excited in competing at the Ms. International World Pageant in September.
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Alyssa Hiell
Ms. International World
United States
Alyssa is the first Kagay of the United States of America. She was chosen by her people to lead, provide, protect, and honor her nation, and her people to include the land that they stand on. She has dedicated her time to helping others and making sure they have a way to live their dreams every day like we all do. She spends much of her time volunteering at the Columbus dream center. She also has her own nonprofit organization called “HOKAGE of Ohio”. They partner with Waffle House, Trinity Church, and IMPACT to help others with their bills, their career and their living situations. Outside of volunteering, she also spends her time training women for Pageants both domestic and international. Overall, She has been a professional model for over 10 years and has been in over 60 magazines. She has been on 4 billboards to include: Mac, Uncover, Envy, and Blaze Magazines. Has also been on a billboard in Times Square and in Paris. She is also a runway model, modeling for New York fashion week, LA fashion week, Philly fashion week, and Miami fashion week! She has won state titles, world titles, and international titles! Fashion and modeling, whereas it became a big part of her life. Her life has also been dedicated to helping and inspiring others. She is excited to compete in the Ms. International World Pageant in September.
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Zaniyaa Bowe
Teen International World
Bahamas
Zaniyaa Bowe is a vibrant and driven 15-year-old 10th grade student currently at Agape Christian High School. She first attended First Step Academy after Hurricane Dorian before moving back to Abaco, where she continued her education and growth. Passionate about academics, track and field, volleyball, and reading thrillers, Zaniyaa began her pageantry journey in 2025. She first competed in and won the Miss Teen Abaco Pageant, which led her to earn the title of Teen International World Bahamas. Beyond the stage, with a platform Unfiltered Confidence: Breaking the beauty illusion, Zaniyaa is passionate about inspiring others. She has spoken to many young girls at Patrick J. Bethel High School and Central Abaco Primary School, encouraging them to believe in themselves, work hard, and confidently chase their dreams. She has dabbled in modeling, by occasionally walking in fashion shows. She also wishes to become a therapist, majoring in psychology. She looks forward in competing in the Ms. International World Pageant September of this year.
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Emily Zambrano
Teen International World
Venezuela
Emily is a 14 year old young Lady with a joyful heart, strong values, and a desire to lead by example in her school and community. She believes in treating others with kindness and respect, and she enjoys being part of a community where everyone feels included. She attended St. Ann Catholic School in West Palm Beach and is proud of her Blue and Red Honor Roll achievements, as well as her membership in the National Junior Honor Society. Emily loves challenging herself through sports, especially volleyball, basketball, and flag football. She is also passionate about singing, choir, theater, band and musicals. For three consecutive years, she has proudly represented her school on stage at the Performing Arts Center in West Palm Beach. One of her special accomplishments was having her poem, "Life Challenges", selected as a winning piece and published in the book "Gifted". She once thought her dream of modeling might be impossible, but now she is beginning to believe that this dream can also become part of her journey. Emily is excited to keep growing, serving, and discovering the beautiful opportunities life has ahead of her. She looks forward in competing in the Ms. International World Pageant September of this year.
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Mireille Postma
Ms. International World
The Netherlands
Mireille was born and raised in the Netherlands. She is very family oriented and lives with her Husband - Aaran and her three daughters - Fayenn, Feline and Celeste. Her family is the biggest motivation and support in everything she does. Alongside Motherhood, she is active in the beauty, fashion and pageant industry. There she can fully express her passion for confidence, elegance and the empowerment of women. Over the past few years she has experienced various pageants . She had the honor of receiving several titles to include: Public's Choice and Miss Charity. She is very grateful for all of the opportunities that she has received, which has shaped her personally and professionally. Her future goals are to inspire women and young girls and to help them build confidence , which can create international opportunities within the Pageant and Modeling world. She looks forward in competing in the Ms. International World Pageant in September.
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Monique Smith
Ms. International World
St. Kitts & Nevis
Monique Smith is originally from St. Kitts and Nevis. She migrated to Florida in January 2002, bringing with her the values of resilience, determination, and community that continue to guide her journey today. She attended Dr. William Connor Primary School, Basseterre Junior High School, and Basseterre High School before furthering her education at the University of Phoenix. Education has played an important role in shaping her personal and professional growth, and she believes in the importance of lifelong learning. She is honored to have received the 2024 Single Mom of the Year Award and The Flame Award in 2025. These recognitions reflect her commitment to overcoming challenges, serving others, and making a positive impact in her community. Modeling has provided her with opportunities to promote causes that are meaningful to her. She proudly participated in the Heart Health in Style Fashion Show where she had been able to celebrate confidence, strength, and empowerment. As a cancer survivor, advocate, artist, and community leader, she is passionate about using her voice and experiences to inspire others. Her future goal is to continue advocating for cancer survivors and victims of domestic abuse while creating opportunities that encourage healing, hope, and empowerment. She believes that every challenge can become a testimony, and she is committed to making a difference one life at a time.
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Sheena Andie Naika Hilaire
Ms. International World
Haiti
Sheena is a 23 year old Haitian woman with big dreams and a strong determination to succeed. She was born in Gonaives, Haiti and now lives in Orland, Florida. From a young age she always dreamed of becoming a successful Business woman, a Professional Model and one day earning a Pageant Title. Her Father left when she was just six years old, whereas her Mother, who was a dedicated Nurse, raised her. Her Mother's love, sacrifices and resilience has been her greatest source of strength. Since her younger Sister lives with a disability, it has pushed her to become better every day. She received her education from College Saint-Pierre, College Adventiste Des Gonaives, and Fernand Hibbert Des Gonaives. She states that these experiences had shaped her character and strengthened her passion. She enjoys drawing, learning new languages and constantly discovering new skills. She also attends casting calls to develop her modeling skills. She not only wants to build a successful career, but also wants to inspire others, especially young people. Welcome aboard Sheena and good luck on your journey through Ms. International World.
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Alessandra Szul
Ms. International World
Venezuela
Alessandra Szul grew up inside the consumer goods world, raised in her family's Venezuelan cosmetics company as it grew to ten retail locations internationally. That early exposure to beauty, branding, and the mechanics of running a business shaped both her career and her sense of style. She earned her degree in Computer Science from the University of Miami and her MBA in Supply Chain and Logistics at Florida International University. She spent more than 7 years in Big Tech as a Product Manager at companies such as UPS and various SoftBank and YC startups. Today she is the founder of Roebling Innovation & Consulting, a Miami operations consultancy, with a career spanning consumer goods, e-commerce, and technology. Earlier in that career she founded and sold her own logistics company. She is also co-founder of Chroma Hair, a wig and extensions brand offering premium, ready-to-wear pieces. Alessandra competed as Miss Aventura USA at Miss Florida USA 2026 and is currently a contestant in Ms. International World 2026 in Fort Lauderdale. She also mentors early-stage founders through Brown University's B-Lab accelerator, where she helps new entrepreneurs build durable, well-run companies.
Her daughter Alaïa is at the center of everything she does. Outside of work, Alessandra rides her Paso Fino and trains in race car driving and Pilates. Looking ahead, she hopes to grow Roebling into a leading voice in global consumer-goods strategy while using her platform to support working mothers and women building careers in business.
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Tanya is a Senior Recruiter in tech, an entrepreneur, and a believer that it's never too late to reinvent yourself. Originally from Rhode Island, she spent over a decade in California before proudly calling South Florida home. She has a lifelong passion for volunteering with children and youth; a commitment that began in her teens and continues today. Tanya loves exploring new cultures, embracing new experiences, and connecting with people from all walks of life. Through Ms. International World, she hopes to remind every woman that the most powerful title a woman can ever have is becoming the woman she was always called to be.
Tanya Razzano
Ms. International World
Liberia
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Evonne Powers
Ms. International World
Petite USA
Evonne Powers is of Italian and Latvian/Lithuanian heritage. Born in New Jersey, she has proudly called South Florida home for more than 20 years. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor's degree in Education before discovering her passion for Product Marketing in Software as a Service (SaaS) and AI technologies.
After beginning her career at Apple, Evonne transitioned further into the tech industry, where she has built product marketing expertise across healthcare, sports & venue operations, construction software, and financial technology. Passionate about lifelong learning, she has earned an additional 18 professional Product Marketing Alliance certifications. Evonne currently serves as a full-time Product Marketing Leader at a Global FinTech, while consulting part-time for an innovative construction SaaS.
An active member of the Tower Club in Fort Lauderdale, Evonne enjoys exchanging ideas and building meaningful relationships. She believes every conversation has the potential to spark a new opportunity, friendship, or innovative idea. As she continues her journey toward executive marketing leadership, she hopes to use the Ms. International World platform to inspire women to embrace lifelong learning, pursue their ambitions with confidence, and lead lives of purpose, kindness, and meaningful impact.
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Nashali Guzman is an entrepreneur, U.S. Army veteran, and proud mother who currently holds the title of Miss International Puerto Rico. After serving in the U.S. Army as a helicopter mechanic and completing an overseas assignment in Germany, she transformed her military discipline and leadership into a successful entrepreneurial career while pursuing her bachelor's degree in Finance. As a single mother to her four year old son, Nashali is passionate about empowering women veterans by helping connect them with resources for PTSD recovery, healing after sexual assault, and long term support. She is equally dedicated to advocating for children and creating opportunities that inspire hope, resilience, and brighter futures. In addition to owning four investment properties, Nashali continues to grow as a businesswoman while balancing motherhood, education, and community service. Through her role as Miss International Puerto Rico, she is committed to using her platform to lead with compassion, inspire others through service, and demonstrate that true beauty is defined by strength, purpose, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Nashali Guzman
Ms. International World
Puerto Rico
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Darly Valcin is a visionary leader and wellness advocate. Meet the Founder and Owner of Life Empowerment DKV, a purpose-driven wellness movement designed to guide individuals toward living their fullest potential with zero limitations. As a Life & Wellness Consultant with over seven years of experience, she is deeply passionate about total-person wellness, nurturing the mind, body, and soul. Beyond her 1:1 coaching and retreats, she specializes in corporate wellness, helping organizations build thriving, stress-free environments through open communication and inclusive leadership. Her ultimate mission is simple yet powerful: to enlighten, encourage, enrich, and empower others to heal from the past and step boldly into their best selves.
Darly Valcin
Ms. International World
Classic Haiti
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