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Miss Universe Cayman Islands’ Fight Against Global Hunger
As morning light filters through the clouds over Hong Kong’s Chai Wan district, Miss Universe Cayman—Tahiti Moorea Seymour—walks between rows of green in the region’s largest rooftop aquaponics farm.
Miss Cayman partners with government to champion food security
Bodden Town native and recently crowned Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2025 Tahiti Moorea Seymour is using her platform to put a spotlight on an important issue for the Cayman Islands – food security.
Beyond the Crown: Zero Hunger Universe Episode #4
I was honoured to interview Kelly Forsythe, Blue Belt Programme Officer and marine conservationist with a background in marine systems and policies, coral reef conservation, and blue carbon management for small island developing states.
Beyond the Crown: Zero Hunger Universe Episode #3
In this episode, I welcome Woody Foster, Managing Director of Foster’s Food Fair Ltd and President of the Cayman Food Bank, to explore how Cayman’s largest supermarket chain is tackling food insecurity. I’m honoured to highlight a Caymanian leader bringing local solutions to a global Zero Hunger conversation.
Beyond the Crown: Zero Hunger Universe Episode #2
As a delegate from a small island nation, I know firsthand how vital innovation is for our survival and growth. That's why I'm honored to speak with Ralph Birkhoff, Founding Partner of Alquimi Renewables, LLC - an expert in infrastructure, AgTech, clean energy, and ocean conservation for island states.
Tahiti Seymour: Journey to the Crown on ‘The Buzz’ with Host Kathy Miller
Tahiti Seymour shares her journey to becoming Miss Universe Cayman Islands in an exclusive interview with Radio Cayman.
Miss Universe Cayman Islands- Breaking the Stigma: Opening Up the Conversation on Mental Health and Suicide Awareness
Raegan Rutty, Miss Universe Cayman Islands, shines a light on the critical issue of mental health and suicide awareness.
Raegan Rutty Crowned Miss Universe Cayman Islands
Last night, August 31, 2024, East End beauty Raegan Rutty was crowned the new Miss Universe Cayman Islands at a sold-out crowd at the Westin Grand Cayman.
In addition to being crowned Miss Universe, Raegan won Miss CaymanKind, Best in Swimwear, and the People’s Choice Award.
Miss Universe Cayman Islands Contestants Sashed
The six contestants vying for the title of Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2024 were officially introduced during a sashing event held on the lawn of National Gallery of the Cayman Islands on Saturday night, 27 July.
Miss Universe Cayman Islands Event This Saturday, July 27
The National Gallery of the Cayman Islands will be abuzz with glamour and anticipation this Saturday, July 27th at 6pm as it hosts the highly-anticipated sashing event for Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2024.
Miss Universe Cayman Ileann Powery's Visit To The Sister Islands
The Miss Universe Cayman Islands Organisation, which has been visiting the Sister Islands with titleholders for many years, said that Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2023, Ileann Powery, visited Cayman Brac and Little Cayman this week.
Representatives from The Lean on Me Foundation and Miss Universe Cayman Islands Organisation visit the HMP Fairbanks prison
Derri Lee said that “this has been an initiative by the Lean of Me Foundation since 2008. Over the past 9 years they have included contestants and titleholders from the Miss Universe Cayman pageant as many of them are inspiring motivational speakers that have touching backstories and endless aspirations.”
Lean On Me Foundation & Miss Universe Cayman Visit Fairbanks Prison
Representatives from The Lean on Me Foundation and Miss Universe Cayman Islands Organisation visited the HMP Fairbanks prison on Sunday, March 24, 2024.
Lean On Me Foundation Empowers Inmates With Messages Of Encouragement
The Lean on Me Foundation, together with special guests Lloyd Barker, Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2023 Ileann Powery, Second Runner Up Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2023 Tracey Campbell, took some time out of their busy schedule this weekend to meet with inmates at HMP Northward Prison.
Dress To Impress For Miss Universe Cayman Islands Meet & Greet Event
The Miss Universe Cayman Islands Organization recently announced that applications for the 2024 Miss Universe Cayman Islands competition will be open from January 27 to March 8, 2024.
Miss Universe Cayman Islands
Recruitment for Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2024 kicks off on Saturday, 27th January! The committee will be accepting applications until 8 March.
This year they are implementing all of the new Miss Universe regulations, this means that there is no longer a cap on age, anyone 18+ can enter, and married women with children are also permitted to enter.
Applications Are Now Open For The Next Miss Universe Cayman Islands
According to the Miss Universe Cayman Islands Organization, applications for the 2024 Miss Universe Cayman Islands will be open from January 27 to March 8, 2024.
One of the changes for this year’s competition is that anyone aged 18 or over can apply, and there is no cap on the age. In addition, married women with children can be candidates.
Lean On Me Completes Charity Drive This Weekend
T his weekend, the Lean On Me charity donated groceries and vouchers to 15 families in George Town, East End and West Bay.
Miss Universe Cayman spreads her wings in butterfly costume
Ileann Powery, Miss Universe Cayman Islands, walked the international pageant’s stage for the National Costume Show on Thursday in an outfit inspired by and based on the islands’ rare pygmy blue butterfly.
Her green, gold and brown costume, with some highlights of blue, echoed the colours of the tiny butterfly, which at the size of a pinky fingernail, is considered to be among the world’s smallest.
Ilean Powery Set To Steal The Spotlight At Miss Universe This Week
Miss Universe fans in the Cayman Islands are encouraged to support Ileann Powery, Miss Universe Cayman Islands 2023, as she prepares for the preliminary and national costume competitions this week at the 72nd Miss Universe event in El Salvador.