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ABOUT US
The African Union Pageant has been conceptualized as a prestigious international event, bringing together representatives of a wide range of communities and cultures from all over the Globe; from the world’s most culturally diverse state, our delegates aim to share common values and foster international friendship and understanding.
OUR MISSION
The Mission of the Miss African Union – USA Pageant will empower young African women through Leadership and Community Service. The Pageant will facilitate a platform for African Diasporas to present solutions and strategies for the continent and share their cultures. The Pageant will be a prestigious international event, bringing together representatives of a wide range of African communities and cultures from all over the Globe.
OUR VISION
The Vision of the Pageant is embodied in the legacy of the African Women, as the birthplace of humanity, the oceans of nourishment, the springs of life, the powers of love and strength given by the Moon and the Earth and the backbone of the community. The African Woman I was yesterday introduced me to the African woman that I am today, which makes me strive and excel for the African woman I will become tomorrow.
OUR PURPOSE
The purpose of the Miss African Union is designed to build relationships with other women who are working diligently to leave a positive impact in their communities; bridge the gap between Africa and the Africa diaspora, advocate for humanitarian issues in Africa, be the voice of the voiceless, project a positive image of Africa to the rest of the world; cultivate personal career goals,. These women are forward thinking and motivated to not just talk about change, but to conceptualize and execute a plan of action.
OUR STRATEGIC PLATFORM & OUR CORE VALUES
What We Believe
Miss African Union Pageant’s core values have been forged through the foundation of the AFRICAN UNION fundamental principles of creating sustainability for Africa. Our commitment to these core values begin with empowering young women as they prepare to become future leaders.
- We take pride in creating platforms to develop the entire continent of Africa.
- We have sustainable and profitable operations driven by our ability to execute development projects efficiently.
- Our Board members, Staff and Volunteers are dedicated, innovative and highly committed to our purpose.
- We believe in equity and social justice for all.
- We believe that women are highly capable of securing Africa’s future through leadership.
Meet Our Dynamic Team
With youth mentorship and community development as a primary focus, H.E African Union Ambassador handpicked and assembled the leadership team from diverse backgrounds, education and experiences. Miss African Union Pageant Board members represent the Organization, driven by their commitment and the opportunity to serve the community through different platforms while inspiring the youth.
H.E President Paul Kagame
(African Union Chairperson)
H.E President Paul Kagame is a Rwandan politician and former military leader. He is currently the President of Rwanda, having taken office in 2000 when his predecessor, Pasteur Bizimungu, resigned. Kagame previously commanded the rebel force that ended the 1994 Rwandan genocide. As president, Kagame has prioritized national development, launching a programme to develop Rwanda as a middle income country by 2020 (Vision 2020). As of 2013, the country is developing strongly on key indicators, including health care and education; annual growth between 2004 and 2010 averaged 8% per year. President Kagame is the current Chairperson of the African Union.
H.E Ambassador Arikana Chihombori - Quao
(African Union Ambassador to The United States)
H.E. Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao is the African Union Ambassador to the United States of America since December 1, 2016. She was nominated by H.E Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, to lead the African Union Mission to the USA, the first bilateral diplomatic Mission opened by the AU in 2007. She is is fully committed to reinforcing the longstanding and deep historic, cultural and economic relations between Africa and the U.S. She plays a key role in reinforcing the African Union strategic partnerships with the United States, grounded on shared values and mutual interests.
H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat
(African Union Commission Chairperson)
H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, born on 21 June 1960, was elected as the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson on 30 January 2017 and assumed office in March 2017. A constitutional lawyer by profession, Chairperson Faki has occupied senior governmental positions in a career that has spanned over 30 years and includes tenure as foreign minister and Prime Minister in his native country Chad. At the continental level and during his tenure as Foreign Minister of Chad, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat chaired the United Nations Security Council for the month of December 2015. He also chaired the Peace and Security Council of the AU in September 2013.
Richard Grover
(Pageant Director)
Richard Glover III, CEO of the Renaissance Society, exemplifies the epitome of a modern day renaissance man. He is a virtuoso of many subject matters. His noteworthy accomplishments include Master Sommelier, radio show host, entertainer, entrepreneur, musician, composer, songwriter, director, educator, and athlete. Richard is the Current Regional Director of the Mid-Atlantic Region for the following International Pageants, Miss Ocean international, Mr Ocean international, Miss/Ms/ Globe US, Miss Latina World International and Miss Bikini Universe. Richard host The Cellar at Blis.FM, an internet radio station that airs in 166 countries, every Monday from 8pm-9pm.
Sylvia Litana Robertson
(Deputy Pageant Director)
Sylvia Litana Robertson is the Chief Operations Officer (COO) for AGSC (African Global Super Center). Her major focus is on International Trade and Business Development between the USA and Africa. Sylvia spearheads import/export as well as supply chain management/development, social responsibility, inter-cultural development, membership development, community development efforts for AGSC which is based in Reading PA. Concurrently Sylvia is CEO of Aivlys LLC, which deals with commodities, precious stones, and metals from Africa to the rest of the world.
Hawa Barry - Diallo
(Program Director - Pageant WK)
Hawa currently co-owns an outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic in Maryland since 2002 where she works full time as the business manager. But, her passion being in event production and leadership skills building, she founded in 2008 NimbaEntertainment Inc., an event production company, currently producing a very popular scholarship pageant called Miss Guinee North America Scholarship Pageant. She is a member of the American Medical billing Association as well as the National Association of professional Women (NAPW). -Hawa's hobbies and interests include swimming, reading, nature walking, tennis and mentoring young African girls in general and young Guinean girls in particular.
Davies Chirwa
(Director of Media & Technology)
Davies Chirwa is an Award Winning Global Ambassador for human empowerment, Media influencer expert and a visionary of serial entrepreneurship. He is the Founder of Channel A TV/ DC Productions Media Group and a Celebrity Film Director. His Exclusive Media Productions include the prestigious documentaries featuring President Obama, NFL Super Bowls, MTV Awards, BET Awards, U.S Soccer, NBA, Seattle Seahawks, UW Huskies Football, Seattle Sounders, FIFA plus many more.
Fatmata Koroma - Bangoura
(Recruiting Program Director)
Fatmata is the Founder and CEO of Therapeutic Interventions Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-Fatmata Koroma-Bangoura,, RN, MPH is the Founder and Executive Director of Therapeutic Interventions Inc., a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC and Chair and Co-founder of Kushe’ Magazine. She conducts seminars, workshop, and conferences for young ladies and girls several times a year for the Women and Girls Leadership and Empowerment Initiative under her organization. The workshops provide education on women empowerment, health and wellness education.
Salah Tauhidi
(Director of Communications)
Salah Tauhidi recently retired from the U.S. Department of Commerce, as the former Senior International Trade Specialist and Country Manager, Office Africa & the Middle East. He is now the Founder/Director of Ta-Meri & B.G Visions, an International Business Enterprise that focuses on eco-and environmentally friendly, sustainable, and holistic products, projects and services for emerging markets, primarily in Africa. Sal is a life-long student of all Timeless Ancient Knowledge and Wisdom Traditions, which he pursues as a Never Ending Journey.
Aisha Diallo
(Deputy Program Director)
Aisha Biro Diallo has over 13 years of experience in the financial sector, specially focusing in analytical and logical skills planning, budgeting and administrative functions from various industries. Currently, Aisha is a Senior Business Analyst Consultant for SENA MINING COMPANY, where she focuses on Collecting and analyzing the project’s business requirements and transferred the same knowledge to the development team and Evaluate collected data through task analysis, business process, surveys and workshops in Washington DC, USA.
Jean Mudiayi Mukadi
(International Liaison)
Jean Mudiayi Mukadi was born in Likasi, southern city of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite growing up in a politically unstable environment, Jean strived to be an example of how to persevere and navigate life through education and hard work. He brings more than a decade of service-learning experience to the organization. His passion and commitment to serving young people and the community at large is evident in his management of numerous talented international artists across the globe. Jean is committed to transforming his role to help bring pageant platforms to underserved communities through mentorship and advocacy.
Patience Emeni
(Executive Member)
Patience Emeni is VP at Mobile Health 4 Africa where she leads Business Development on Telemedicine for Africa. Patience has over ten years of experience in International Development working on projects in Agribusiness, Health, and Women’s Enterprise development. As a United Nations Fellow, she has also worked in the fields of election monitoring, conflict resolution and US/Africa government relations. She studied International Peace and Conflict Resolution at American University Washington DC and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in African Political Systems and History from Fourah Bay College Freetown.
African Queens
"The African Woman I was yesterday introduced me to the African woman that I am today, which makes me strive and excel for the African woman I will become."
TESTIMONIALS
H.E Dr. Arikana Chihombori - Quao, AU Ambassador to The United States"Africa now more than ever before, needs the young ladies to rise up and become vibrant leaders of our Communities, Countries and the Continent at large. Pageantry therefore, provides such a platform"
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LETTER FROM H.E AMBASSADOR ARIKANA CHIHOMBORI - QUAO
MISS AFRICAN UNION PAGEANT 1640 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007 Office: +1 202-342-1100 ext. 103 Email: Website:
Dear Delegate,
Welcome to the Miss African Union Diaspora Pageant! Enclosed, you will find everything you will need in regards to the pageant.
As a National representative, you will carry your national title for a year that is destined to be one of the most exciting times of your life. You will also have the opportunity to capture the coveted international title of Miss African Union Diaspora 2018 and win cash prizes gifts from our sponsors as well as becoming a spokesperson for the empowerment of young women around the world! Winning is only the beginning! A year of amazing adventures awaits the next Miss African Union Diaspora. Will it be you?
It will be the first Miss African Union Diaspora Pageant and we believe it will be amazing! Our staff is working very hard to make this event one of the most exciting, captivating, and entertaining experiences of your life. We are making sure all of our delegates have the time of their lives whether or not they walk away with the crown. There are plenty of surprises in store and we can’t wait to see you in Washington, DC!
Please read the enclosed information thoroughly and carefully. Pay close attention to deadlines and important paperwork that need to be handled accordingly and returned to our office. If you have any questions, please direct them to Richard Glover, (202) 760-8813, richard@missafricanunionpageant.org or info@missafricanunionpageant.org. Also, frequently check our website at www.missafricanunionpageant.org for updates.
We are very excited about this year’s pageant and can’t wait to meet you! Enjoy your reign and
get ready for the time of your life! One Africa, One Continent, One Voice!
Sincerely,
H.E. Dr. Arikana Chihombori - Quao
Ambassador
African Union Permanent Representative
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Welcome to The African Union Pageant 2018
LETTER FROM H.E AMBASSADOR ARIKANA CHIHOMBORI – QUAO Miss African Union Diaspora Pageant 1640 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC...
THE AFRICAN UNION
INTRODUCTION
The advent of the African Union (AU) can be described as an event of great magnitude in the institutional evolution of the continent. On 9.9.1999, the Heads of State and Government of the Organisation of African Unity issued a Declaration (the Sirte Declaration) calling for the establishment of an African Union, with a view, inter alia, to accelerating the process of integration in the continent to enable it play its rightful role in the global economy while addressing multifaceted social, economic and political problems compounded as they are by certain negative aspects of globalisation.
The main objectives of the OAU were, inter alia, to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonization and apartheid; to promote unity and solidarity among African States; to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development; to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States and to promote international cooperation within the framework of the United Nations.
Indeed, as a continental organization the OAU provided an effective forum that enabled all Member States to adopt coordinated positions on matters of common concern to the continent in international fora and defend the interests of Africa effectively.
Through the OAU Coordinating Committee for the Liberation of Africa, the Continent worked and spoke as one with undivided determination in forging an international consensus in support of the liberation struggle and the fight against apartheid.