Draft:Miss Bangladesh

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Comment: There is already an article, Miss Bangladesh. If there is verifiable information in this draft that is not in the article, the article can be expanded with reliable sources. Robert McClenon (talk) 06:49, 13 July 2024 (UTC)

Miss Bangladesh US Organization

The Miss Bangladesh US Organization is a pageant organization dedicated to empowering Bangladeshi women and promoting Bangladeshi culture on an international stage1. Established in 2015 by [ [Hiam Amani Hafizuddin]] the organization has grown to provide a platform for Bangladeshi women worldwide, enabling them to showcase their talents, intelligence, and cultural heritage.

Background and History

The Miss Bangladesh US Organization (formerly MissBangladesh USA) was founded in 2015 by Hiam Amani Hafizuddin and serves as a beauty pageant management company and learning and development platform for Bangladeshi-American women3. In 2016, with Hiam’s acquisition of the Miss Asia Pacific International franchise for Bangladesh, the organization expanded its reach globally, representing women of Bangladeshi descent worldwide. This initiative marked a significant milestone in the revival of pageantry in Bangladesh, ending a 20-year hiatus from the international pageant arena.

Mission and Vision

The organization operates under the tagline "Empowering Women, Evolving Lives." It reimagines pageantry as a dynamic talent management agency that transcends traditional beauty contests2. The mission is to create a holistic platform that develops and empowers women while amplifying female visibility. The primary goals include fostering personal growth, celebrating the multifaceted strengths of each woman, and building a robust network through sisterhood and collaborative efforts. The organization prioritizes uplifting one another and amplifying the voices of females and South Asians alike. Through strategic partnerships with diverse organizations and brands, it aims to promote empowerment, education, and cultural pride.

Major Titles and Competitions

Miss Asia Pacific International

Since 2016, the Miss Bangladesh US Organization has held the franchise for Miss Asia Pacific International for Bangladesh. The organization's achievements in this competition have been notable and historic. The first debut in 2016 saw Lamiya Hoque representing Bangladesh, marking the nation's return to international pageantry after a long hiatus3. In 2018, Marjana Chowdhury was crowned MissAsia Pacific Bangladesh. She achieved significant success by placing in the Top 20, making it Bangladesh's highest placement to date in this prestigious competition.

Miss Face of Beauty International

The organization acquired the franchise for Miss Face of Beauty International for Bangladesh in 2023 and held an online national competition to determine Bangladesh’s representative for the year4. Following the competition, Dr. Tasin Afrin Diana was crowned winner and will be representing Bangladesh at the international pageant in Taiwan in September 2024.

Miss Grand International

The Miss Bangladesh US Organization acquired the franchise for[ [Miss Grand International]] [ [Bangladesh]] and Pakistan in 2021. This marked a significant expansion in the representation of these countries in the international beauty pageant scene. In 2021, Bangladesh made its debut at the Miss Grand International competition with[ [Marjana Chowdhury]] being crowned as the first Miss Grand Bangladesh. This was a milestone for the country as it entered the prestigious pageant for the first time5. The following year, in 2022, the organization continued to hold the franchise, further establishing its role in promoting beauty and cultural representation from Bangladesh and Pakistan on a global stage.

Miss Supranational

The Miss Bangladesh US Organization currently holds the franchise for Miss Supranational Bangladesh and appointed Towhida Tusnim Tifa in May 2024 as Bangladesh’s debut queen for Miss Supranational 20246

Notable Titleholders

Marjana Chowdhury:

Miss Bangladesh US 2016
Miss Asia Pacific Bangladesh 2018 (Top 20)
Miss Grand Bangladesh 2022 also Top 25 at America’s Miss World

Towhida Tusnim Tifa:

Miss Grand Bangladesh 2022
Miss Supranational Bangladesh 2024
(Also 4th runner up at Miss World Bangladesh 7
Top 10 at Miss Universe Bangladesh

Aneesa Sheikh:

Miss Grand Pakistan 2022
Miss Michigan Teen USA

Ramina Ashfaque:

Miss Grand Pakistan 2021 also Miss World Pakistan8
Miss World Florida
Miss Earth Pakistan.

Sumaira Ahmed:

Miss Bangladesh US 2015, the first-ever titleholder and founder of the Sumaira Foundation

Programs and Initiatives

The organization runs workshops, training programs, and mentorship initiatives aimed at personal and professional development. Community outreach projects and charity events are integral to its commitment to social causes.

Events and Activities

Annual pageants featuring talent showcases, interviews, and cultural presentations are highlights of the organization's calendar. Participating in internationally renowned competitions amplifies its global presence7.

Cultural and Social Impact

Through its initiatives, the organization promotes Bangladeshi culture and supports social causes such as female empowerment and education.

Media and Public Relations

The Miss Bangladesh US Organization has garnered significant media coverage, reflecting its impact and efforts in promoting Bangladeshi culture and empowering women. Featured in various publications, it continues to amplify its message globally.

References

New Age Bangladesh: "Miss Universe Bangladesh Announces Top Ten Contestants"
AS Colombia: "Miss Grand International 2022: Lista de Nominadas, Candidatas y Favoritas al Concurso de Belleza"
Prothom Alo: "Tifa Contestant for Miss Grand International"
The Daily Star: "Bangladeshi Beauty Towhida Tusnim Tifa Shines at Paris Fashion Week"
Desh Rupantor : "Tifa from Bangladesh Will Walk in Paris Fashion Week"
RTV Online: "Tifa Acting and Miss Grand Bangladesh"
Jagonews24: "Tifa Acting"
YouTube: "From the Ground Up Initiative by Towhida Tusnim Tifa