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Miss Indian World Pageant

Dear Tribes and Tribal Enterprises,

We encourge your tribe to send a young lady to represent your tribe in the Miss Indian World Pageant. The Miss Indian World Pageant is April 23-26, 2008, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Co-hosting the pageant this year is Soni Moreno (of the singing group Ulali) and Ky mani Marley (son of the legendary Bob Marly). The crowning will be at the Gathering of Nations Powwow on Saturday, April 26, 2008.  An application is attached to this e-mail. For more details or to download another application for the Miss Indian World Pageant, please visit our website at www.gatheringofnations.com.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 20TH!  
APPLY OR PASS THIS INFO ON - THANKS!

Repectfully,

Miss Indian World Staff 2008

WANTED

Miss Indian World

Contestants



                                                                                   Gathering of Nations Powwow & Miss Indian World Pageant

Albuquerque, NM USA      

  April 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 2008

Qualifications:

           

v    Native or Indigenous Women, 18-25 years of age

v    Verifiable Tribal Affiliation

v    Single, never been married, no dependants (children)

v    Knowledge of Tribal Tradition(s)



The Selection of Miss Indian World is based on a Point System:



v    Traditional Talent Presentation representative of your Tribe

v    Public Speaking and Private Interview with Judges

v    Dance Competition (expression through powwow music)

v    Raffle Ticket Sales-Special awards given for number of tickets sold:

                       1000-Portable CD Player          

                       2000-Portable Color TV    10% of Ticket sales will be returned to each Contestant

                       3000-Four Day Ocean Cruise                 Raffle points are used as Tie Breakers



Miss Indian World represents all Native People and serves as a Goodwill Ambassador to all cultures throughout the world.



Miss Indian World 2008 will be crowned April 26, 2008 at the Gathering of Nations Powwow.



                       For more information:            
MISS INDIAN WORLD PAGEANT
c/o Gathering of Nations
3301 Coors Road NW, #R300
Albuquerque, NM  87120
(505) 836-2810     FAX:  (505) 839-0475
www.gatheringofnations.com



v  APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 20, 2008

The crown and Title of Miss Indian World are registered under the Gathering of Nations Ltd. A 501 C-3, Non-Profit Organization

Proceeds from the sale of tickets help meet the expenses of the Miss Indian World Program.











Miss Indian World Pageant

Application

April 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 2008



The concept for Miss Indian World originated in 1983 in Albuquerque, NM.  Indigenous, young women from all over North America compete for this most prestigious crown.

Miss Indian World is selected by acquiring points in a variety of categories, and must be knowledgeable about the Tribe(s) and Traditions she will be representing.  

The Application process requires submitting the following items to the Miss Indian World Committee:



                       1.  Miss Indian World Application-which consists of

                                               *Official Entry Application

                                               *Traditional Talent Information

                                               *Contestant Agreement

                                               *Raffle Agreement (sent after receipt of Application)

                       2.  Current Photograph (preferably a 5 x 7 color photo)

                       3.  Certification of Indian Blood or Tribal Affiliation

                       4.  Proof of age (i.e. Copy of Birth Certificate, or Current Drivers License)

                       5.  Two Letters of Recommendation (from someone other than a family member)

                       6.  Short Essay (2 pages in length, 12pt font) about yourself—your educational goals,

                            family, extracurricular activities, etc.



Miss Indian World contestants will compete in the following categories:



v      Traditional Talent Presentation representative of your Tribe

v      Public Speaking and Private Interview with Judges

v      Dance Competition (expression through powwow music)

v      Raffle Ticket Sales-Special awards given for number of tickets sold

Raffle points are used as tie breakers



All contestants will be judged according to the above categories.  At the end of the five day competition, the contestant with the highest accumulated points will be crowned Miss Indian World to reign for one year.  The winner receives the following prizes:



v      Prize Money

v      Travel Stipend to travel to selected Powwows, Conferences/Workshops, Festivals, etc.

v      Miss Indian World Shawl and cloth Banner

v      Other Miscellaneous Gifts

v      Four Day Ocean Cruise



Contestants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible in order to prepare for the Competition, Pageant, and Raffle Ticket Sales.  If you have any questions please email zell@gonmail.com.  



v  APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 20, 2008

The crown of Miss Indian World is registered trademark under the Gathering of Nations Ltd. Chartered in the State of New Mexico under the 501 C-3 code of the United States Internal Revenue Service.







Miss Indian World Pageant

OFFICIAL ENTRY APPLICATION


PERSONAL INFORMATION  -Please type or write clearly.



Name _______________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­_______________

                 Last Name                                                                          First                                                                                         Middle



Indian Name ________________________________________English Meaning __________________________________________



Date of Birth __________________________________ Place of birth ___________________________________________________



Mailing Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________

                               P.O. Box/Street Address                     Apt. #                                     City                                         State                       Zip



Telephone Number:     Home (                ) __________________________   Cell/Work (                 ) ___________________________



Email REQUIRED ___________________________________________________________________________________________

                                    If you do not have an email address you can register for one at www.gonmail.com.



Tribe(s) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________



Fathers Name ______________________________________________________Tribe _____________________________________



Mothers Name _____________________________________________________Tribe _____________________________________



Other Family Members (Brothers/Sisters names-ages) ________________________________________________________________



____________________________________________________________________________________________________________



EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT



High School ____________________________________________________________Graduation Date _______________________



City/State/Province ___________________________________________________________________________________________



College _______________________________________________________City/State/Province______________________________



Major ________________________________________________________ Year in College ________________________________



Dates of Attendance: From ______________________________________ to _____________________________________________



Employed by _____________________________________________________Position_____________________________________



AFFIRMATION



I affirm that the contents contained herein, and other documents submitted, are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.





Signature of Contestant _____________________________________________________________Date _____________________





Signature of Parent/Guardian ________________________________________________________Date _____________________

(If under 21 years of age)



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Miss Indian World Pageant

Code of Conduct and General Guidelines Agreement



As a Contestant for the title of Miss Indian World,

               

You represent yourself, your family, and your Tribe(s).


It would not be in your best interest to conduct yourself in any way that would have an adverse affect on
yourself, your family, your Tribe(s), the Miss Indian World Program or the Gathering of Nations Powwow.



It is very important for you, as a Contestant and an individual, to maintain certain moral standards for yourself
       now and in the future.  It is mandatory that you and your fellow contestants conduct yourselves above and beyond

reproach.  This means that you will refrain from the use of alcohol, drugs, smoking in public, profane language,

and/or outbursts of any kind.  Unacceptable socializing with a boyfriend (i.e. intimate displays of affection etc)

in public is not allowed.  This type of behavior will not be tolerated.  Any infringement of these moral standards

will result in disqualification as a Miss Indian World Contestant.



You affirm that you have no dependents (children) or have not had any children.  Also, should you be selected
as Miss Indian World, it would not be acceptable to cohabitate with an intimate companion.



You must have a good attitude about yourself before, during, and after the Pageant.  You will be required to
respect, cooperate, and participate with fellow contestants, the Miss Indian World Committee, Judges,

Gathering of Nations Powwow staff, the general public, and anyone else you may come in contact with at all

times.



You are expected and required to be in Albuquerque, NM for an Informational Meeting TUESDAY EVENING,
APRIL 22, 2008 at the Host Hotel (Schedule of Activities will be sent).



You must attend Registration the first day of the Pageant, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2008 (Schedule of Events will
be sent).  Failure to do so will result in disqualification.  It is unfair to Contestants who arrive on time and are ready

for the Pageant.



You must be accompanied by a parent/chaperone who is 25 years or older at Registration WEDNESDAY morning.
Your chaperone may be your mother, aunt, grandmother, or personal acquaintance.



You must sell a minimum of 500 Raffle Tickets to be considered a Miss Indian World Contestant.  You are solely responsible for the Raffle Tickets assigned to you.  You must turn in any unsold tickets and the money you raised
from your sales at Registration.  Failure to do so will result in immediate disqualification.



You are responsible for your personal belongings at all times.  The Miss Indian World Committee, The Gathering of Nations, and The University of New Mexico, are not responsible for Contestant’s belongings, loss of articles, theft
or injury.



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I hereby agree and promise to abide by the above Code of Conduct/General Guidelines as a Contestant of the Miss

Indian World Pageant.



I understand that I may be disqualified as a Contestant of the Miss Indian World Pageant if I deviate from the

Conditions outlined above.





               Signed ____________________________________________________________Date _____________________



               Please make a copy for your records, and return this Agreement with your original Signature.

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  Miss Indian World Pageant

                                                       TRADITIONAL TALENT INFORMATION



           Please complete and return this information as soon as possible. (No later than MARCH 20,

           2008)  The Committee will need this information before you arrive to the Pageant and

           Rehearsal (It will be used in organizing the production of the Talent Presentations).



           Describe the Traditional Talent you will be presenting (your presentation should reflect some

           Tradition(s) of your Tribe).  Sign Language presentations are only acceptable if it relates to your

           Tribe.  Singing the Lords Prayer will not be recognized as a Traditional Talent.  You may not ask

           for audience participation during your presentation.  Please limit your props to a maximum of 8 pieces.



           There is a 3 minute time limit on all presentations.  You must be able to describe, present or

           perform within this time frame.  You will be judged on your ability to speak/present.  You must

           be organized and ready; if not, you will be required to make adjustments to accommodate the

           time limit.  All contestants must provide all materials pertinent to the talent being presented.  

It is very important that your presentation does not exceed the 3 minute time limit; exceeding the time will result in the abrupt ending by the Stage Manager.  



Recorded music is permitted if it pertains to your presentation.  You must provide two CD’s

one for your use and one for rehearsals and program use.  Make sure that your CD’s are

recorded very clearly and are queued (only the music or sound you will be using should be on the

tape).  This will eliminate wrong music or sound being used during your Talent Presentation.





Name ____________________________________________________________________________________



Description of Traditional Talent Presentation ____________________________________________________



__________________________________________________________________________________________



__________________________________________________________________________________________

Note:  Once your Traditional Talent Presentation has been reviewed and accepted by the MIW Committee, you may not change it.)



Microphones, straight back chairs, and a table will be provided by the Committee.  You are personally

responsible for providing any other props for your presentation.



Requests to use video and/or slide projection, smoke machines, and special lighting cannot be accommodated

or allowed.  You are being judged on your ability to present; therefore, your Presentation should be of a

Traditional nature (i.e. singing, dancing, or explanation of a Tradition in your Tribe).  You may use pre-recorded music or live accompaniment as background to your Presentation.





________   CHECK HERE IF YOU WILL BE USING PRE-RECORDED MUSIC IN ANY WAY

                   DURING YOUR PRESENTATION.



________   CHECK HERE IF YOU WILL HAVE LIVE ACCOMPANIMENT ON STAGE.



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Miss Indian World Pageant

PERSONAL ESSAY





           Submit an essay with your Application.  This is your opportunity to introduce yourself.  Give

           as much information about your goals, ambition, education, family, interests/hobbies, extracurricular

           activities, and other items you would like to include.  Also, please answer the question:

           What does the Title of Miss Indian World mean to me and why?



           Please limit your essay to 2 pages.  Please type, double space and use 12pt font for your essay on

           separate sheets of  plain white paper.



           















































































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Miss Indian World Pageant

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FORM



                       

PLEASE SUBMIT THIS FORM TO:                               Miss Indian World Pageant

                                                                                               Gathering of Nations

                                                                                               3301 Coors Road NW, #R300

                                                                                               Albuquerque, NM  87120

                                                                                               505-839-0475 FAX



·        DEADLINE MARCH 20, 2008



__________________________________________________________________________________________

Applicant’s Last Name                                                         First Name                                                                                            MI



Applicant:  Before you give this form to an individual acquainted with you, please check and sign:





__________________________________________________________________________________________

Applicant’s Signature                                                                                                                                                          Date



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TO WRITERS OF LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:



We are particularly interested in the Applicant’s ability to represent herself, her Tribe, and the Title of

Miss Indian World.



Rate the Applicant on each of the following items, using a 5 point scale:  

(5-Truly Outstanding, 4-Superior, 3-AboveAverage, 2-Average, 1-Below Average, X-Inadequate Knowledge to rate)



           ______            Fundamental knowledge of Tribal history/background

           

           ______ Motivation and Drive



           ______            Ability to express self verbally



           ______            Emotional maturity and stability



           ______ Self-reliance and independence



******************************************************************************************

Please use a separate sheet of paper to express in your own words your assessment of this Applicant’s

particular qualifications for the Title of Miss Indian World.  Also, indicate the time period and nature of

your contact with the Applicant.



__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature                                                                                                                                                              Date



__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Print or Typed Name                                                                                                                                           Title



__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address                                                                                                                                                                   Phone Number



one comment:

Hey. The first duty of a leader is to make himself be loved without courting love. To be loved without ‘playing up’ to anyone – even to himself.
I am from Tuvalu and know bad English, please tell me right I wrote the following sentence: “A good clock can create a focal point in a otherwise bland room.”

Best regards :P, Lloyd.
Lloyd () - 23 04 09 - 02:33


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