Empowering Black Excellence: A Conversation with Bria Angenette Virgil of Miss Black International Ambassador

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• Introduction to Bria Angenette Virgil, founder of the Miss Black International Ambassador pageant.
• Insight into the pageant's unique approach to empowering black women globally.
• Discussion on the pageant's impact on addressing major community issues.
• Bria's personal journey and the decision-making process behind joining the Miss Black International Ambassador organization.
• Exploration of the organization's shift under Bria's leadership and its effect on contestant participation and branding.
• Introduction and background of Bria Virgil, including her work with Youth Rise Texas and advocacy in the nonprofit sector.
• Discussion on Ambassadors of Change and their vision for empowering black and African descent girls and women.
• Overview of Miss Black International Ambassador's goals and strategies for 2024, focusing on holistic wellness and self-efficacy.
• Celebration of the organization's 10th anniversary and invitation to participate in pageant week events.
• Information on partnership opportunities and the call to action for allies in participatory research.
• Social Media Links: Twitter (@mbiapageant), Facebook (@MBIAPageant), Instagram (@mbiapageant).
• Website: https://www.thembiapageant.com/cameroon
• Closing thoughts on the influential role of pageants in empowering black women and creating systemic change.

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