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United Nations Pageants LLC

Delegate Handbook

DELEGATE HANDBOOK


12 Market Street.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Office: 1876-924-2345

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.munp.org

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.munp.org/


Delegate Handbook

United Nations Pageants LLC 12 Market Street

Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Office: 1876-924-2345 [email protected]

www.munp.org

Dear Delegate:

Welcome to United Nations Pageants! Enclosed you will find everything you will need in

regards to this organization.

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/Miss Teen/Ms/Mrs. /Mr. Teen and Mr. United Nations

2015 and win cash prizes, gifts from our sponsors as well as becoming a spokesperson for the

empowerment of young women and men around the world! Winning is only the beginning! A

year of amazing adventures awaits the next Miss/Miss Teen/Ms/Mrs. /Mr. Teen and Mr.

United Nations . Will it be you?

The 5th annual United Nations Pageants will be amazing! Our staff is working very hard to make

this event one of the most exciting, captivating, and entertaining experiences of your year. 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 Kingston,

Jamaica!

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 the national

office. If you have any questions, please direct them to [email protected]. Also, frequently check

our website at www.munp.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!

Sincerely,

L.N Williams

President



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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. National Contact Information.......................................................................................................3

II. Pageant Background …………………………………………………………………………4

III. Purpose, Delegates, Mission and Vision ……………..……………………………………….6

IV. Optional Competitions/Awards………………………………………..…………………8-10

V. Make the best of your year ………………………………………………………………11-16

VI. Special Awards………………………………………………………………………...17

VII. Judge’s and Judging ……………………………………………………………………18-22

VIII. Contestant Judge’s Biography …………………………………………………23-24

IX. Sponsorship Information …………………………………………………………..25-26

X. Payment Receipts …………………………………………………………………….27-28

I. Pageants Magazine Ads..................................................................................29-30

II. Pageants Week……….. …………………………………………………………………31

III. Delegate’s Information ……………………………………………………………….32-35

IV. Contestant Agreement Contract …………………………………..………………...36-40

V. Delegates Term and Conditions ………………………………………………………41

VI. Delegate’s Code of Conducts …………………………………………………………...42


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I. NATIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION

**IMPORTANT**

***Please divert all competition related questions and concerns to [email protected] . You

will also be receiving all pageant updates and necessary information from this address as

well.

United Nations Pageants LLC 12 Market Street.

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Tel:

(1876) 924-2345

Email:

[email protected]

President

L.N.Willams

[email protected]




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United Nations Pageants

The United Nations 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. The pageant’s principal objective is to identify and showcase the world’s best tourism/cause ambassadors; those who have the skills, talents and personalities best suited to promote their respective countries in furtherance of tourism, international goodwill and cultural harmony.

Apart from a strong emphasis on goodwill/tourism protection programs and destinations promotion, The United Nations Pageant will is also aimed supporting environmental protection via strategized programs. The United Nations Pageant will be held annually. These beauty Kings & Queen will cut across the countries from all six inhabited continents, making the United Nations Pageant truly global in its scope and appeal. Delegates will have the opportunity to visit and enjoy the beautiful state of the Host nation, with its unique range of natural and cultural attractions, as well as other destinations in fascination. It is the organizers’ top priority to make the pageant a meaningful and rewarding experience for all delegates. During their stay they will be assured of VIP treatment, fun-filled holiday activities, and inspirational natural and cultural experiences. To ease the delegates’ burden, the organizers will take care of round-trip air tickets, hotel accommodation, meals, local transportation, personal security and all basic expenditure items. The purpose of the United Nations Pageants is to give all men/women the opportunity to come together in a pageant setting regardless of their background, to build relationships with other men & women who are working diligently to leave a positive impact in their communities. As the United Nations delegates come together and share their community volunteer projects, ideas and goals with each other, they become unified as pageant brother/sisters in the United Nations Pageants Family. This sister/brotherhood strengthens them to see beyond their immediate surroundings and situations and extends their service across the globe. As each delegate share ideas of how he/she serves his/her community, he/she and all whom he/she meets will be strengthened and edified because their paths have crossed. NATIONAL DIRECTORS In our world today, Very few “brands” or entertainment properties considering the global challenges not forgetting the melt down have been able to stay strong and profitable; able to influence and still deliver with lot of energy. In a growing multicultural world, being able to promote the positive images of men and women from different regions of the world, highlighting

their backgrounds and what stands each out as a potential state of choice has never been an easy task; much of the success of the United Nations Pageant we owe to our dedicated and committed National Directors.

ELIGIBILITY & ACCEPTANCE Miss Teen United Nations Miss United Nations Ms. United Nations Mrs. United Nations Mr. Teen United Nations

Mr. United Nations

United Nations Pageant™ is all pageant for men & women

from all over the world.

Miss Teen United Nations ® Age 13-19yrs.

·She has to be between 13 to 19 years must be single.

Miss. United Nations ® Age 20-29yrs She has to be between 20 to 29 years and single, never

married & no children

Ms. United Nations ® Age 21yrs Open

Single, unmarried, widowed. With or without children

Mrs. United Nations ® Age 21yrs Open

Must be married 6months before pageant year.

Mr. Teen United Nations ® Age 13-19rs Never married no children, In pageant year. Not to turn

18 before Nationals. Mr. United Nations ®

Age 19yrs Open Single/ married In pageant year. Not to turn 35 before Nationals.

Areas of competition: Community Service - 20% Communication - 20% (Overall) – 40% Sports Attire - 25% Evening Gown - 25%

Fashion Wear – 10%


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Purpose. The purpose of the United Nations Pageants is to give all men or

women the opportunity to come together in a pageant setting

regardless of their background, to build relationships with other men

or women who are working diligently to leave a positive impact in

their communities.

As the United Nations Pageants delegates come together and share

their community volunteer projects, ideas and goals with each other,

they become unified as pageant brother/sisters in the United Nations

Pageants Family. This sister/brotherhood strengthens them to see

beyond their immediate surroundings and situations and extends their

service across the globe. As each delegate share ideas of how he/she

serves him/her community, he/she and all whom he/she meets will be

strengthened and edified because their paths have crossed.

Delegates. United Nations Pageants Delegates do not have to fit into a cookie

cutter mold of what is perceived to be the ideal pageant men/women

with an ideal pageant life. United Nations Pageants delegates come

from different backgrounds, have different shapes, sizes, ethnicities,

religions and social economic backgrounds. The common thread

between the United Nations women or men is their love for and

dedication to their families, school, and career, marriage and

community involvement. The ability to manage and execute the many

facets of life with elegance, style and grace make each delegate a

winner before he/ she has ever won. In addition to him/her service

obligations to the United Nations Pageants organization, each service

queen has an area of interest in which she plans to dedicate a portion

of her time.

Mission. The United Nations Pageants promotes, inspires, and empowers all

men/ women to develop and utilize their strengths and inner qualities

to positively impact all people throughout the world. Fundamental

values of Family, Faith, Community and Wellness are the foundation

for the footprints each United Nations Delegate leaves on him/her

world.

Vision. United Nations Pageants delegates are judged on interview, where

independent judges ask questions to determine him/ her views on life,

family, commitment and passion towards volunteerism and how he/she

plans to continue to make a difference regardless of the outcome of the

pageant.

Although physical fitness is an element of competition, taking pride in

one's body is more important than its actual shape or size. Wellness in

mind, body and spirit are key elements of the fitness competition.

Harmony of these three elements sustains the contestant's ability to

serve others. United Nations Pageants contestants compete in


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sportswear and evening wear highlights poise and grace.

For additional information on the program, apply for participation in

the 2015 United Nations Pageants on-line or submit requests for

appearances visit our website at: www.munp.org or email us at:

[email protected]

Divisions:

Miss Teen United Nations ® Ages 13-19yrs Must be single and never married as of the start date, should she win. Teens engaged to be married during her reign, will be disqualified. NO exceptions. Must be at least 13 and no older than 19yrs in the year of the International pageant event. Delegates participating in preliminary pageants leading to the International Pageant may be 12 years of age provided that they reach their 13th birthday within the calendar year of the Miss Teen United Nations Pageants event. Miss United Nations ® Ages 19-29yrs Never married as of the start date of the pageant event. This applies to participation in any preliminary pageant (e.g., local, state, provincial, national) leading to the Miss United Nations Pageants Event. Must be at least 18 years of age in the year of competition. Delegates participating in preliminary pageants leading to the United Nations ® International Pageant may be 17 years of age if they reach their 18th birthday during the competition year of the United Nations ® International Pageants event. Mrs. United Nations ® Must be legally married at least one year to a naturally born genetic male as of the start date of the pageant event. Ages 21yrs Open for participation in the Mrs. United Nations ® division.

Ms. United Nations ® Ages 21yrs Open. May be divorced, widowed/ single, with or without children as of the start of the National Pageant. This applies to participation in any preliminary pageant (e.g., local, state, international). *Entrants between the age of 21-35yrs may enter Ms. Division ONLY if previously married and now divorced or widowed.*

Must not have ever had a child. This applies to participation in any preliminary pageant (e.g., local, state, provincial, national) event as well as the international pageant itself. Must remain unmarried during her reign as a state/country title holder and as the International titleholder Mr. Teen United Nations ® Ages 13-19yrs Must be single and never married as of the start date, should he win. Teens engaged to be married during his reign, will be disqualified. NO exceptions. Must be at least 13 and no older than 17 in the year of the International pageant event. Delegates participating in preliminary pageants leading to the International Pageant may be 12 years of age provided that they reach their 13th birthday within the calendar year of the United Nations ® International Pageant event.

Mr. United Nations ®

Ages 19yrs Open. May be divorced, widowed/ single, with or without children as of the start of the National Pageant. This applies to participation in any preliminary pageant

Gender:

Entrant must be a naturally born genetic female or male.

Official Language.

English is the official language of the United Nations Pageants™. It is not a requirement for delegates to speak English. Delegates who do not speak English must provide their own interpreter during all pageant events. The United Nations Pageants is Not Responsible for providing an interpreter for delegates who do not speak or understand the English language.



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AREAS OF COMPETITION

INTERVIEW (40%)

Interview (40%) United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must be articulate with excellent social

and conversational skills. Titleholders must be able to express themselves clearly, diplomatically, and must project a pleasant personality, and approachable at all times.

Interviews will be conducted “round robin style”. Delegate will introduce herself and be field questions posed by each individual judge. The interview focuses primarily on delegates' personal information (e.g., hobbies, ambition, etc.) but may include opinion questions that require general knowledge of social and current events. Delegates should wear a cocktail /suit for the interview competition and your United Nations Official Pageant Banner.

SPORTWEAR (10%)

Sports Wear/Swim Wear (10%) NOT PICTURED

United Nations Pageants l® titleholders must be physically fit, with good muscle tone and body proportion.

Delegates will be provided competition sports attire.

Delegates need to purchase: Black /White Trainer Shoe Men or Women’s

Black or White may be worn with or without socks. Sheer to Waist hose may be worn (flesh tone). United Nations Official Pageants Banner is to be worn.

EVENING GOWN (20%)


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Evening Wear (20%) United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must carry themselves with dignity, grace, poise and elegance. Judges will not be evaluating the cost or designer label of the gown, but rather how well it suits the delegate (e.g., fit, color, style) as well as delegate's on-stage presentation. The Evening Wear must be floor length for females.

Fashion Wear (10%) United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must be able to express their own personal sense of style. Fashion can be anything the delegate feels represents a currently popular or stylish ensemble. Judges will be looking for spirit, energy and the delegate’s own personal sense of style. Haute Couture

NO JEAN OUTFITS OF ANY KIND ALLOWED. THINK HIGH FASHION, RUNWAY.

HAUTE COUTURE.

National Costume (10%) United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must be able to express their own personal sense of style. Fashion can be anything the delegate feels represents a currently popular or stylish ensemble. Judges will be looking for spirit, energy and the delegate’s own personal sense of style. Haute Couture

Photogenic United Nations Pageants ® titleholders will appear in print advertising throughout their year's reign. As representatives of our pageant system, winners must possess photographic appeal and ability to project an image in print that is consistent with beauty and elegance. Our titleholders define our


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Make the Most of Your Year So, now that you are an official delegate, how do you go about the business of being a titleholder? Titleholders are required and encouraged to be active during their tenure with the United Nations Pageants ™. This section will provide you with guidelines and tips for making the most of your United Nations State, National & International™ title.

Develop a Platform. Social activism has been a very positive trend in pageantry in recent years. Make your title stand for something, focusing on how you can use the crown to make a difference. Taking a stand serves to identify you with a positive purpose and distinguishes you from the unfortunate public image of titleholders as merely pretty ornaments. The choice of a platform issue should be of personal significant. For instance, if a family member suffers from cancer, you may want to align yourself with the Cancer Society/HIV AIDS and participate in their fundraisers, educational programs, and special events. Taking a stand does not in any way preclude you from having fun or participating in activities such as parades, festivals, and ribbon cuttings. Those are always favorite events among titleholders. However, using the crown to make a difference in your community will give you tremendous satisfaction!

Here are some examples of platform issues:

• • • • • ♦ Environmentalism • ♦ Motivating Youth • ♦ Mental health issues • ♦ Overcoming drug abuse • ♦ Health issues • ♦ The Elderly • ♦ The handicapped • ♦ Adult literacy • ♦ Animal Rights • ♦ Cultural issues • ♦ Homelessness • ♦ Women’s issues • ♦ Promoting Education • ♦ Domestic Violence • ♦ Overcoming Alcoholism • ♦ Ending Hunger • ♦ Teen Pregnancy ♦ Volunteerism


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Make the Most of Your Year continued…

Appearances, Promotion, and the Media. What is an “appearance”? Am I required to make appearances? Simply stated -- anytime you wear your crown and sash at a public event. Appearances need not always be big events. Local festivals, reading to a class are other great ways to use your title. Delegates are required to make appearances. But keep in mind that you are a titleholder for the fastest growing International pageant in the industry. Your crown and sash can sit on the shelf collecting dust or you can make your year exciting and memorable. It’s up to you! How do I get started making appearances? Keep your eye on the newspaper for upcoming events. Another resource for learning about events is your local Tourism Office or Visitors and Convention Bureau. These agencies have booklets and brochures that list dozens, sometimes hundreds, of events in your area throughout the year. How do I promote my United Nations title? Develop a Promotional Kit for event organizers and the media. Event organizers need to know that you are available and willing to volunteer.

• ♦ Develop a Cover Letter: This is a brief letter to introduce yourself and offer your availability to assist with events. Include a paragraph focusing on your platform issue so that the event organizer will know that you are a person of substance.

• • ♦ Appearance Request Letter: Sometimes organizers are more amenable if the appearance

request comes from someone other than you. Perhaps they are “impressed” by the idea of an agent or manager. United Nations Pageants. has made it a little easier by providing you with an “Appearance Request Letter”. The Appearance Request Letter suggests some creative ways that titleholders can assist at events. Organizers tend to be more welcoming if they are able to see the value you bring to their event. You should not expect to be paid for your appearance. In today’s economy, it is a rarity for pageant titleholders to make paid appearances. Even the most well known titleholders often make appearances for free or to promote sponsor’s. However, it is acceptable to expect to have your expenses paid if you are traveling a long distance or working at the event for a long period of time.

• ♦ Personal Fact Sheet: Develop a 1-page Personal Fact Sheet. Include honors, awards, titles,

hobbies, etc. Include only the most important and interesting information. • •

• ♦ Photography Have photos taken in your United Nations Pageants crown and banner. You will need photos for the competition but it is also helpful to get a good quality headshot. Include a photo as part of your Promotional Kit. Many titleholders enjoy having photo autograph cards made and taking them along with them to appearance. Consult the phone book or surf the net to find companies that produce comp cards. You will find many which do good work at a good price.


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Now what do I do? Now you are ready to send your Promo Kit to event organizers. Make sure your packet is addressed to the attention of the “Marketing Director” or “Event Manager”. Follow-up with a phone call You should always follow-up with a phone call. Event organizers are very busy. It is easy for your packet to be misplaced or for the event organizer to simply forget to contact you. When calling event organizers, make certain that you talk with the right person. In other words, you need to get past the receptionist (who may not have the authority or motivation to help you!) Before you introduce yourself, ask questions, such as “Who is in charge of the ________event?” or “Who do I speak to about special events or promotions?” Chances are the person you need to speak with is the “Promotions Manager”, “Special Events Director/Coordinator”, or “Marketing Director”. Only the organizer has the authority to book you at the event. When you get the right person on the phone, volunteer to help out in any way that they need you. Provide them with suggestions of what you would like to do. If they ask you to send a letter (if they’ve misplaced the one you already sent) says something like”I would be happy to send another promotional kit. In the meantime, can we set something up now so that I can mark my appearance calendar?” Getting the Media’s Attention with a Press Release One of the most misunderstood and useful documents are the Press Release. Some people think there are undercover roving reporters scouting the neighborhood. Others think that sending an outline of facts will result in a story. In rare instances, the media for an interview may contact you and the reporter will write the story. However, in most cases, newspapers will print EXACTLY what you include in your Press Release. Send these items and a photo to your local newspapers and chances are, you will see yourself in print. • 1. Television: Television stations can use your help to answer the phones on telethons, draw

names for gifts, or be a guest on a talk show. If they can’t use you as a guest, you may still want to go & be a part of the studio audience. While wearing your crown & sash, the cameraman won’t be able to resist focusing on YOU when he pans the audience. You might even be asked to come back and be on the show as a guest at a future date.

• 2. Radio: Radio stations have talk shows too. Or offer to read the sports, weather, or news as a guest. Radio stations also sponsor many events. Ask to help out.

• 3. Newspaper / Magazines: you are a role model. Present yourself as such to the newspapers & you will see yourself in print. As mentioned above, send a complete Press Release and/or write your own article. Don’t forget to send photos from appearances to Pageantry Magazine and other pageant industry publications. They tend to print just about everything they receive.

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Appearance Tips. Code of Conduct Titleholders should always present themselves with dignity & honor. When you wear your crown and sash, you represent your country, culture, state, hometown, the pageant, and yourself.

• 1. Attire: Look your best! Titleholders should always display a well-groomed appearance. You are expected to dress up, even for casual events like festivals and parades. Jeans, cut-off shorts, or worn-out clothing is not acceptable unless you are doing physical labor as part of the event (e.g., building a house for “Habitat for Humanity”). Attire should be modest, conservative, and age appropriate.

• 2. Behavior: Be your best! Always behave in a friendly, pleasant manner. Greet the public. Wave & smile through the entire parade route! Nothing looks worse than a sour or bored expression on the face of a titleholder! Some obvious "don’ts" are: no swearing, smoking, and overt public display of affection. Refrain from drinking alcohol while wearing your crown and sash (even if you are of legal age).

• 3. Etiquette: Be better than your best! Always arrive on time or early for appearances. Send the event organizer a thank-you note after the event. This small courtesy is often overlooked.


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Appearance Tips continued…

Parade Tips Check your local newspaper for upcoming parades. Contact the parade chairman or fire department. Firemen participate in parades across the state. They may be able to give you a listing of upcoming parades.

• 1. Obtaining a car Ask the parade organizer to arrange for a convertible for you to ride in. Often titleholders will ride 2 to a car. A local car dealer may lend you a car, with or without a driver. Tell the car dealer to make a sign stating “Car courtesy of ______ dealership” for publicity. If the dealer won’t lend you a car, he or she (or the parade chairman or fire dept.) may know someone who has a convertible and is willing to drive you. Titleholders have ridden on fire trucks, with politicians, in classic cars, on the tops of cars with T-roofs, on a float, or in the backs of trucks.

• 2. Signs for your car always make signs with your name & title. Take masking tape or string along to hang your signs on the car or truck. If you expect to be in a lot of parades, you may want to purchase magnetic signs. Or you can make your own magnetic signs by gluing strips of magnets to the back of poster board.

• 3. Be a “sweet” heart! Take a basket of candy to throw to the children. Adults will love your queenly wave, but the kids would rather have the candy! Smile & wave along the entire parade route (even if the crowd is sparse). Dress either in formal attire or according to the event (e.g. in costume for Halloween.)

Fun & Games Sports figures make appearances regularly for charity. Find out where the sports personalities are appearing and go with camera in hand. Send your promo materials & call the team offices. Offer to help out & appear with the sports figure. Ask if you can throw out the first ball at a baseball game. Be a guest caddy or keep score at a golf tournament. Don’t forget bowling, tennis, swimming, chess, & other tournaments. You could present awards. Special events and craft show are held at the races. Be photographed in the “Winner’s Circle”! Don’t forget where the fun really happens – amusement parks and tourist attractions! There are certainly lots of appearance opportunities if you use a little creativity. Fairs, Festivals, Special Events Titleholders can serve many useful functions at fairs, festivals; holiday and other special events (e.g., draw the winners of sweepstakes, judge, emcee, or present awards for contests, sign autographs, hostess, and work at concession stands, take tickets, distribute brochures / product samples, or just walk around greeting the public. The Holidays Many special events take place during the holiday. Judge or hand out awards for “Best Costume” at a Halloween parade. Have your picture taken with Santa, donate a toy and deliver gifts to needy children, ring the bell for the Salvation Army (perhaps dressed as an elf!) You don’t have to wait for an event --YOU can sponsor one! Organize an Easter Egg hunt for children. Offer to help wrap gifts at the mall or a local department store. Be creative! For a Good Cause Check the newspaper for charitable events. Titleholders are always welcome to donate their time. Use your title to help out the less fortunate. Participate in walk-a-thons, car washes, bake sales, & fundraisers. Healthy Choices Hospitals and health-related organizations always need volunteers. Participate in blood drives, health fairs, fundraisers, tag days, health education programs, & other events at your local hospital. Call the Volunteer Services Department for info. Often hospitals need greeters & escorts for patients & families. Many times, you can bring joy & hope to patients just by visiting! Physically, mentally, and emotionally challenged people could use your support! Present awards and be a “hugger” at the Special Olympics. (A “hugger” gives out hugs to the handicapped children who participate.) Help prevent drug abuse & alcoholism by speaking out on these topics as platform issues. Age is a State of Mind Do you love children? As a titleholder, children will love YOU too! Offer to help out a pre-schools & day care centers. There are many youth-oriented groups, which sponsor events & need your help. Get involved in campaigns to find missing children or speak out against child abuse as platform issues. Volunteer, speak or perform at nursing & retirement homes. Adopt a grandparent or visit elders who don’t have family left on holidays. There are lots of organizations for seniors, such as AARP, the Golden


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Agers, etc. These groups sponsor activities & they are very appreciative of your interest & help. They always give a warm welcome to titleholders at their meetings & events.

Appearance Tips continued…

Politically Correct Have your photo taken with local politicians. Their offices routinely arrange photo sessions. Call for an appointment. Ask to be included in events the politicians attend. Help out with campaigns. Distribute literature for your favorite at the polls on election day. You may be invited to the victory party! It is very common for public officials to present you with a citation, certificate of honor, or even a flag upon request. Ask the public official to arrange for a newspaper photographer to be present. Help to register people to vote! Mind over Matter Libraries sponsor special events. Get involved in adult literacy programs. Offer to read stories curing “Children’s Hour”. Libraries also sponsor seminars & classes. Offer to teach one on your platform issue. Help out with book drives. The 3rd week in January is “National Book Week”. Many bookstores also sponsor events. Get involved in activities at your local school. Be on the field for Homecoming & crown the Homecoming queen. Be a guest cheerleader for the High School or Junior High. Be introduced at the Pep Rallies. Offer to speak about your platform issue at local elementary, junior high, & high schools. Motivate our youth with your accomplishments. Colleges & universities sponsor many events such as Homecoming parades & festivities, fund-raisers, cultural & sporting events. Don’t forget events happening at museums and science centers. Join the club Business clubs (e.g., Jaycees), social clubs (e.g., Elks, Lions, and Moose), Women’s Clubs, and special interest clubs love for titleholders to speak or perform at their meetings. Often they’ll even invite you to dinner. Also, clubs & club members sponsor events such as fund-raisers and socials. Call around and send your promo materials to clubs in your area. Animal lover Do you love animals? Use your title to help find homes for unwanted pets! Get involved with activities with the Humane Society. Speak out against cruelty to animals as a platform issue. Attend cat or dog show & present awards to the winners. Don’t forget...the 1st week of May is “Be Kind to Animals Week”! The Arts Perhaps you have a performing talent or maybe you just love to watch dance and theater. Use you title to help with fundraising. Shop ‘til you Drop Special events are always happening at malls. Have your photo taken with Santa at Christmas. Offer to pull names of sweepstakes winners. Cut the ribbon at “Grand Openings”, hostess at “open houses”, hand out literature/coupons/samples. Call the Mall Marketing Director to inquire about events. Model Perfect Use your title as a stepping-stone to a modeling career or do some modeling for fun. Volunteer for fashion shows, wedding shows, print work, promotional work, & commercials. Contact bridal shops to volunteer for wedding & prom fashion shows. Be an extra in a movie. Maybe you’ll even get a speaking part. Amateur photographers are thrilled to use you to practice their work. Sometimes they’ll even give you free copies of the pictures. Spiritual awakening Get involved in special events & programs through your Church or Temple. Offer to make a few comments or deliver a special sermon. Some religious organizations are quite active in the community. Get involved. You’re hired! Use your title as a stepping-stone to a career. Visit businesses or industries in which you are interested in pursuing a vocation. Ask about events happening in the airports. Volunteer to work the ticket counter for a few hours or escort people onto the plane. Prospective attorneys can visit law firms, observe court proceedings, or volunteer to work in the law library for a few hours. ! Be a survivor! Interested in victim’s rights or in helping victims to become survivors? Abuse crisis centers & shelters could use your help & victims could use your support! What a great platform issue! On display Display your crown and sash in the display case at your school, workplace, or dance studio. Special


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events happen at hotels. Crown the winners, emcee, hostess, or judge at other pageants. Distribute awards at dance & gymnastics competitions. Be creative & have fun!

Scrap booking: Mind your memories! Keeping a well-documented scrapbook of your year as a United Nations titleholder will provide you with wonderful memories to share and relive over & over again! Take your scrapbook along to appearances with you. This provides a great conversation starter. People will love seeing all the fun things you are doing with your title. Here are some tips for a Super Scrapbook: Don't put off ‘til tomorrow what you can do today! It really is helpful to work on your scrapbook “in real time”. Waiting until the end of the year to organize your photos & memoirs turns an enjoyable task into a tedious chore. Think of your scrapbook as an on-going project that you and your family create together as a labor of love. You'll be able to more accurately capture your memories if you add to your book after each event. The result will be a priceless collection of valuable memories that you’ll review time and time again! Smile for the camera! You should always take a camera & lots of extra film to appearances. Try to get photos with media personalities, celebrities, or sports figures. Often there are costumed characters at events. Posing with them makes for colorful photos to remember the day. Take photos to signify what the event is or where it is being held. If you are distributing product samples, hold up the product & snap a photo. If you are judging or helping out with a talent contest or pageant, get photos with the contestants & winners. Always order double prints to share with United Nation Pageants System, Inc. We also love to promote you on our website. Be a packrat - collect "scraps" for the scrapbook Collect advertisements & newspaper clipping relevant to the event you are attending (especially if your name or title is mentioned). Add these to your book. Brochures, tickets, stickers, handbills, business cards (e.g., media personalities, celebrities, sports figures). These items all add tremendously to make your scrapbook more interesting. "A picture is worth a thousand words. But… Type or write a synopsis of the event (i.e., the name of the event, date & location, what you did, people you met, any special memories) and include this in your book. Label your photos with captions. Packaging You shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but……... Be creative with the cover of your scrapbook! Have it covered with fabric, lace, rhinestones, pearls, sequins, etc. Or glue a photo to the cover & secure it with a clear plastic laminating sheet.


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SPECIAL AWARDS:

♦Most Photogenic: Each delegate will have an informal picture taken during Registration. This

photo will be given to a small panel of judges who will review it and decide which of the

National titleholders the camera loves the best. (Will be presented on stage at final competition)

♦Miss Congeniality: Delegates will vote on who they believe has been the kindest, most spirited,

and all around fabulous contestant throughout pageant week. (Will be presented on stage at final

competition)

♦People’s Choice Award: Fans and audience members will have the chance to cast their vote for

who they believe will make the best United Nations Pageants People’s Choice Ambassador

Award. Each vote will cost $1; there is no minimum or maximum limit. Supporters can vote as

many times as they wish. Voting will be hosted online and during the final show. You will

receive notice once it becomes available to the public.

♦Advertising and Promotion Award: This award will go to the delegate that not only sells the

most ads for the national program magazine, but does an outstanding job of promoting her title

and the national organization.

♦Goodwill Ambassador Award: This award will be presented to the delegate with the most

outstanding accomplishments in community service. The decision will be based on her most

recent community service projects as well as service completed during her reign as of

competition time.

National Costume Award

Talent Award

Interview Award

Top Model

Sportswear Award

Personality Award

Volunteer of the year Award

VIP ~ Outstanding Contestant Award

National/International Director of the Year Award

Director's Choice Award - UN Ambassador

♦President’s Award: The delegate who will receive this award will be the young woman who

exhibits, a level above her fellow National titleholders, a strong character, passion for education

and community service, a driven spirit, and is an all around outstanding individual deemed so by

our organization’s President and CEO.

**NOTE: None of the special awards listed above will have any affect on the overall score for

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Judges & Judging

United Nations Pageants has a very open policy regarding information. I believe that delegates are entitled to all available information about how judges are selected and how scoring is conducted. What follows is the same information that I have provided to United Nations Pageants Preliminary Directors about how to select and instruct the judges. United Nations Pageants. Follows the same guidelines at the International level. Selecting Judges. Just about anyone with an excellent reputation can serve as a judge as long as they receive proper training and instruction from the Director. Directors should do their best to select a judging panel that is diverse in terms of cultural background and profession. The judges should be individuals who are in a position to evaluate the delegates on the scoring criteria. Look for judges with experience in the pageant industry (e.g., former titleholders, experienced judges, directors from other systems). Representatives from the entertainment and modeling industry also make excellent judges as these individuals are accustomed to either being in the public eye themselves or knowledgeable in selecting talent. It is advisable to include a diverse range of professionals (e.g., doctors, lawyers, educators) on the judging panel. The pageant community is a small industry. It is likely that some experienced judges may have come into contact with delegates at prior events. Directors must instruct the judges not to allow any prior memory of past performance impact on their scoring decisions. Directors should select judges who are “disinterested” parties, meaning that they have no stake in the outcome of the pageant. Should you learn of a conflict of interest (e.g., a judge who has coached a delegate for your event, a judge who has a delegate under contract for modeling or promotion, etc.), you must remove the judge from the panel immediately and invalidate his/her scores. Desirable Titleholder Characteristics. Both delegates and judges often ask the question “What are you looking for in a winner?” To answer that question, a good place to start is a review of the concept and goals of this pageant. In 2009, Leon Williams, United Nations Pageants ® founder envisioned a regal National/Intl. pageant celebrating beauty, culture, style, and intelligence. United Nations Pageants is on the fast track to rival the oldest and most prestigious International pageants in existence today. With the pageant’s 5th year history, United Nations Pageants needs winners who are capable of performing in the role of International titleholder. While local, state and sometimes even national titleholders are selected based on their potential to grow and develop for the next level of competition, an International titleholder must already be there. Our winners must be poised, confident, well spoken, attractive and personable. They must be the ideal women of the world. Everyone has a different definition of success. Some measures of success are academic degrees, professional accomplishments, societal contributions, family commitment and so on. Our winners should be women that others aspire to be like. The United Nations Pageant is a pageant; we are forthright about that fact. Our winners must look the part. In order to attract future sponsors and delegates, we need International titleholders who are marketable as winners of a prestigious glamorous event. The United Nations Pageants is an International competition. One of our goals is to promote cultural appreciation, therefore, we need winners who are open-minded and who exude a sense of purpose. We are not looking for stereotypes. There is no “United Nations Look”. United Nations Pageants ® Titleholders may be blonde, brunette, auburn or a black haired beauty. Our winners may be youthful or mature, petite or tall. We are not looking for any particular cultural “type”. Miss Teen United Nations ®, Miss United Nations ®, Ms. United Nations. ®, Mrs. United Nations ®,Mr. Teen Miss United Nations and Mr. United Nations.® may be members of any ethnic, racial or religious group.


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Age Divisions: No Stereotypes please! Often people may have preconceptions about what constitutes a “Miss Teen Miss. Ms. Mrs. .Mr. Teen and Mr. pageant winner. Instruct your judges not to allow age or situation to be a factor in scoring. Mrs. United Nations ® may be a 21-year-old newlywed with no children or a 35-year-old mother of three. This may be her first marriage or her third marriage. She and her husband may live in an apartment, at home with their parents, or in a fabulous mansion. Mrs. United Nations ® should not be determined in relation to Miss United Nations ®. Miss United Nations ® may be younger or older than Mrs. United Nations ®. Ms United Nations ® may be a twenty-something “Generation X’er” or a baby boomer. Miss Teen United Nations ® may be a 13-year-old middle school student or a 17-year-old college Freshman. Judges must throw out preconceived ideas about societal stereotypes and evaluate the delegates as individuals. By accepting the premise that all delegates meet basic eligibility criteria and by following the scoring guidelines, the winners will simply emerge.

Judging Ethics. Pageant Judging is a responsibility and should be treated as such. Each delegate in the competition deserves fair and equal consideration. Each has worked hard and each has aspirations to be the next International titleholder. Judges have the power to make someone’s dreams come true. With power comes responsibility. Directors must select judges who are worthy individuals and capable of making their own decisions. Instruct your judges to allow no one, including pageant staff, other judges, or the audience to influence their scoring decisions. Judges must not allow any biases such as religion, culture, ethnicity, race, or disability to influence their scoring decisions, either positively or negatively. Each delegate must be judged based upon their merits according to the criteria specified on the score sheets. Returning delegates are to be afforded no special consideration. Delegates who have chosen to purchase ads in the program book are to be afforded no special consideration. Delegates who have many supporters in the audience are to be afforded no special consideration. Our winners may be first time delegates who have never been in a pageant before or pageant veterans. Each delegate must be considered an equal contender in this competition. Directors must instruct their judges not to engage in unethical scoring practices. Explain that it may be tempting to try to influence the outcome of the pageant by giving a favorite delegate a score higher than is merited by the criteria. This practice is unethical and must not be engaged in. Similarly, giving a delegate a score lower than deserved in an attempt to boost a favorite delegate in the overall ranking is prohibited. In the small pageant world, it is inevitable that some experienced judges may have had prior contact with a delegate, either in a prior pageant or contest or simply casual interaction. Instruct your judges not to allow any memory of prior performance in any past event to influence scoring decisions in this event. Similarly, instruct your judges not to allow any prior knowledge of a delegate to influence their performance as an ethic judge in this competition. Such prior knowledge may include: social interaction, whether in person, via telephone or email, observations at appearances or visibility of the delegate in industry publications and on the internet. During the pageant, judges may not engage in lengthy conversation with any delegate or her family before or during the pageant. Judges who find themselves in a social situation where it is impossible to leave (such as in an elevator) must limit their conversation to mundane issues such as the weather, the local area, quality of the meals served, etc. Judges may, of course, engage in conversation with any delegate or family member after the competition has ended. Following the competition, delegates may approach the judges for feedback regarding their


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performance. Judges should be encouraged but not obligated to provide helpful advice. If for any reason and at any point in the competition you believe that a judge is unable to score any delegate fairly, without bias, according to the criteria, and with a clear conscience, you must remove them from the judging panel and invalidate all of their scores.



Judging the Photogenic Competition. Our Miss Teen United Nations. Miss United Nations ®, Ms. United Nations ®, Mrs. United Nations®, Mr. Teen United Nations ®, and Mr. United Nations ® National Titleholders will appear in print advertising throughout their year's reign. As representatives of our pageant system, our winners must possess photographic appeal and the ability to project an image in print that is consistent with beauty and elegance. Our winners’ photographic images will be used to market the pageant to future delegates and sponsors. An image of beauty. In many photogenic competitions, judges evaluate a headshot similar to what might be found in a model’s portfolio. We are first and foremost a pageant, and as such, our winners must fully look the part of queen/kings. The photogenic competition is the area of judging where our delegates have the most control over their presentation. Explicit guidelines have been provided to the delegates regarding the requirements of this competition. Failure to follow directions must result in point deductions.

Photo Guidelines ♦ Photo submitted must be in color.

• ♦ Size of the photo must be at least 5X7 & No larger than an 8X10. • ♦ Photo should be inserted in your Judges bios. • ♦Image MUST be a headshot. * No Crown & Sash Photograph permitted* • ♦ Image will be collected at Internationals during Orientation. • Photograph quality must be 300dpi or higher. Photo can be either JPEG or GIF format

ONLY. • ♦ Photos do not have to be taken by a professional photographer, but must be of good

quality and clarity. Please remember that you are judging the delegate’s photogenic qualities, not the skills of the photographer.

• ♦ Photo MUST look like delegate. If the judge cannot recognize you from your photo, points will be taken away.

• ♦ Photo must not be overly airbrushed. We want a glamorous photo, not an unrealistic one.

Scoring Criteria. With the photo requirements in mind, each judge will score each delegate’s photogenic photo from 1-10 based on the scoring criteria: Photogenic appeal, Quality & clarity of the photo, Beauty of face, Personality & Grooming.

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must be articulate with excellent social and conversational skills. Titleholders will be making appearances on behalf of the United Nations Pageants ™ and therefore, must be able to express themselves clearly, diplomatically, and must project a pleasant personality at all times. Our winners must be confident and comfortable communicating with people from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Like a Job Interview. Judges should approach the Interview competition much as an employer interviewing a job applicant. The delegates are applying for the job of International Ambassador representing our organization, pageant sponsors, and most importantly, modern women/men of the world. Get to know the delegates. The Interview Competition is not meant to be a current events exam, political platform, or intelligence test. Judges may ask opinion-oriented questions that are relevant to the information listed on the delegate’s fact sheet. However, judges must be able to separate their own viewpoints on controversial issues from those of the delegates. In other words, you are not judging the delegate’s position on sensitive topics but rather how well he/she is able to articulate her opinions. Judges should do everything possible to make the interviewee feel comfortable. The purpose of the Interview Competition is to provide an opportunity for each delegate to express her individuality and true personality. Judges and Judging Continued…..

Look for a “Go-Getter”. The United Nations Pageants relies heavily upon our International titleholders to get the word out. As a result, we are seeking ambitious, enthusiastic winners who are dedicated and committed to making appearances throughout the upcoming year. Judges should not hesitate to inquire of the delegates to what extent they are prepared to devote their time to promotional activities.

Interview Guidelines

• ♦ Interviews will be conducted “round robin style”. • ♦ As previously stated, the interview will focus primarily on the delegates' personal

information but may include opinion questions that require general • Knowledge of social and current events. • ♦ Delegates have been instructed to wear a cocktail suit, or suit for the interview competition

as well as their UNITED NATIONS PAGEANT SASH. As this is a pageant Interview Competition, delegates’ attire may be more formal than would be appropriate for a job interview. For example, delegates may wear beaded evening suits, Strappy shoes & Rhinestone jewelry.

Scoring Criteria. Judges will score the interview portion from 1-10 based on the criteria of: conversational skill, personality, demeanor, beauty, grooming, and fashion sense.

Judging the Sports Wear Competition. The Sports Wear Competition accounts for 25% of the overall scoring. United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must be physically fit, with good muscle tone and body proportion. In today’s fast-paced society, it is not easy to maintain physical fitness along with the day-to-day challenges we all face. United Nations Pageants titleholders must carry themselves with confidence and grace.

Sports Wear Guidelines

♦ Official UNPS sportswear competition attire will be provided. ♦ Reebok Classic Princess Wide Width Shoe Women’s ITEM NO:

• Delegates are required to purchase WHITE ONLY, may be worn with or without socks ♦ Delegates may wear sheer to waist hose if desired. •

Scoring Criteria. Judges will score the sportswear portion from 1-10 based on the criteria of: fitness, modeling, personality, beauty & grooming.


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Judging the Evening Wear Competition. The Evening Wear Competition accounts for 20% of the overall scoring. United Nations Pageants™ titleholders must carry themselves with dignity, grace, poise and elegance. The Evening Gown competition is each delegate’s opportunity to look and feel like Cinderella during her moment in the spotlight. Delegates will be modeling gowns of their own choosing. Judges will not be evaluating the cost or designer label of the evening wear, but rather how well it suits the delegate as well as the delegate's on-stage presentation. Judges should consider the fit, color, and style of the gown for each delegate.

Evening Gown Guidelines

• ♦ The Evening wear must be floor length for females. • ♦ please note that teens are permitted to wear sophisticated, beaded gowns consistent with

a glamorous look. • ♦ Please note evening wear is the most elegant graceful beautiful way for a woman to shine.

Take advantage of that time and be creative, •

Scoring Criteria. Judges will score the evening wear portion from 1-10 according to the criteria of: beauty, modeling, personality, and grooming and fashion sense.

Judging the Fashion Wear Competition. The Fashion Wear Competition accounts for 10% of the overall scoring. United Nations Pageants ® titleholders must be able to express their own personal sense of style. Fashion can be anything the delegate feels represents a currently popular or stylish ensemble. Judges will be looking for spirit, energy and the delegate’s own personal sense of style, as well as the delegate's on-stage presentation. Judges should consider the fit, color, and style of the gown for each delegate.

Fashion Wear Guidelines

• ♦ Currently popular or Stylish ensemble • ♦ Sophisticated, Glamorous look. • ♦ Fashion Runway, Haute Couture

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Scoring Criteria. Judges will score the fashion wear portion from 1-10 according to the criteria of: beauty, modeling, personality, and grooming and fashion sense.

Preliminary Judging Competition: If Applicable.


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Fonts no larger than 14 point.

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If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be and why?

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What was your favorite community service project and why? Describe what value you think you

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How do you plan to use your title to help others within your community?

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VI. SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

The following information provided on these next few pages are tools that

will help you obtain possible sponsors that may support you through your

journey towards the title. Below is an official sponsorship letter where you will fill in your name and

title in the blank spaces provided? Also given are receipt leaflets that you

will give to anyone who contributes any funds to you. You are to keep this

in order to have a record of any and all funds you accumulate. These forms

can be duplicated but not altered. Be sure to make extra copies to be given to

the national office when asked. REMEMBER: You MUST be upfront with your sponsors about what their

contributions will be going towards. For example, if a potential sponsor

contributes $............. whereas your entry fee is $.........., you must let them

know that some funds will go toward other expenses for competition and be

sure to leave them with a receipt of their contribution. WHAT YOUR SPONSORS WILL RECEIVE: When you elicit any support

from a sponsor, agree to help them with any promotional, fundraising and/or

community outreach activities they may have. Let them know that if they

decide to become your sponsor, you will become a spokesperson for their

business or cause. HOW YOU SHOULD APPROACH THEM: When you are meeting with a

potential sponsor, be sure to first contact them by phone or email and

schedule an appointment. Be sure to dress professionally and be prepared to

answer any questions they may have about the pageant and possibly what

you will do as the national winner if you are crowned, and what you will

accomplish locally as your state representative. Wear your sash and bring

your crown. That will help your potential sponsors put two and two together.

It always works well if you leave behind some sort of picture/headshot or

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12 Market Street.

Montego Bay,Jamaica.

Office: 1876-924-2345 [email protected]

www.munp.org

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to ask for your help in supporting the …………………………… United Nations , a scholarship,

charity and leadership program unlike any other. The pageant is the major fundraising effort that supports the

volunteer activities and operations for our national, non-profit 501(c) (3) organization, United Nations Pageants

and Beauty for Charity Foundation as it assists our titleholders in their pursuits in becoming positive leaders in

their communities.

The pageant is an opportunity for young women and men to earn educational scholarships while showcasing their

inner beauty, intelligence, and commitment to community service and passion for how she has and will continue to

make a difference in her community. These titleholders will focus their reigns around the four main principles of our

organization: leadership, community service, scholarship and beauty; all if which will help them reach their full

potential.

This year’s event is scheduled to be held July 1-10, in Kingston, Jamaica but cannot be successful without support

from generous sponsors like you. I would like to offer you the following sponsorship opportunity:

Contributing Sponsorship for

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will receive honorable mention in the United Nations Pageants LLC program magazine, special recognition

on the delegate’s sponsor thank you page, and have the opportunity to have

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and/or on your behalf at charity events or activities of your choice if you wish to help her in obtaining her

state preliminary entry fee.

Your assistance as a sponsor will not only publicize your company, but it also helps the above named delegate to

prepare for the pageant with a minimum of personal expense. Donations will be used to fund educational

scholarships and social service outreach activities. The scholarships offered will help our winners to either begin or

continue their education. All contributions are tax-deductible.

Winning the title is just the beginning. During their reigns, these outstanding women will be performing community

service and being positive role models for today’s youth. They will spend their year helping others reach their full

potential. Your kindness and generosity is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or if you need any

additional information, please give me a call at 1876-770-5239 or email me at [email protected] .

For more information regarding the organization, feel free to visit our website at www.munp.org .

With warmest regards,

L.N. Williams

President





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United Nations Pageants LLC RECEIPT FOR SPONSORS

DELEGATE KEEPS THIS Date: _____________________________________ Contributor: ________________________________ Address: __________________________________ City: ______________________________________ State: ____________________ Zip: ____________ Amount Donated: $__________________________ Circle one: Check Cash Money Order


Delegate Name:

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Contributor:

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Amount Contributed: $

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THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME TO ACHIEVE MY DREAMS!

United Nations Pageants LLC RECEIPT FOR SPONSORS DELEGATE KEEPS THIS Date: _____________________________________ Contributor: ________________________________ Address: __________________________________ City: ______________________________________ State: ____________________ Zip: ____________ Amount Donated: $__________________________ Circle one: Check Cash Money Order


Delegate Name:

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Contributor:

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Amount Contributed: $

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THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME TO ACHIEVE MY DREAMS!


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**Give these info slips to your sponsors along with their receipt. These are

used as reminders of what the pageant is all about

The United Nations Pageants LLC, organization that is more than a pageant. It is an opportunity for young women and men to earn

educational scholarships while showcasing their beauty, intelligence, and commitment to community service and passion for

how they have and will continue to make a difference in their communities.

The United Nations Pageants LLC works by five main principles:

Charity, leadership, community Service, scholarship and beauty. By supporting the role models of today, we pave the way for our

leaders of tomorrow. Thank you for your support!

[email protected]

http://www.munp.org

12 Market Street Montego Bay, Jamaica. Office: 1876-924-2345

Delegate Name:

Delegate Title:

Telephone:

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Email:

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The United Nations Pageants LLC, organization that is more than a pageant. It is an opportunity for young women and men to earn

educational scholarships while showcasing their beauty, intelligence, and commitment to community service and passion for

how they have and will continue to make a difference in their communities.

The United Nations Pageants LLC works by five main principles:

Charity, leadership, community Service, scholarship and beauty. By supporting the role models of today, we pave the way for our

leaders of tomorrow. Thank you for your support!

[email protected]

http://www.munp.org

12 Market Street Montego Bay, Jamaica. Office: 1876-924-2345

Delegate Name:

Delegate Title:

Telephone:

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Email:

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PAGEANT MAGAZINE AD INFORMATION

PAGEANT MAGAZINE:

As a part of your participation, each

delegate will receive one

complimentary program magazine

from the United Nations Pageants.

Additional magazines must be

purchased. All magazines will be

printed in full color.

AD SALES:

Delegates are not required to sell

ads for the program magazine. You

however do have the opportunity to

sell ads in order to raise funds

towards your entry fee.

- 100% of each ad sale will

do directly towards your

overall entry fee.

- The following page contains

copies of the receipt that

you must give to anyone

that buys an ad. Keep a

copy for yourself and make

another to give to the

national office.

PRICES:

Full Page - $1,000.00

½ Page - $750.00

¼ Page - $500.00

DEADLINE:

**All ads and ad payments

must be received no later than

February 1,………..


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United Nations Pageants LLC RECEIPT FOR ADVERTISING

Thank you for purchasing an advertisement in the United Nations Pageants LLC

program magazine!

Delegate Name: _______________________________________________________________ Ad Purchaser Name / Title / Company: ____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________ Ad Size Purchased: _______ Full Page _______ ½ Page _______ ¼ Page Amount Paid: $ ___________________ Received By: __________________________________________________________________

Signature of delegate receiving funds

United Nations Pageants LLC RECEIPT FOR ADVERTISING

Thank you for purchasing an advertisement in the United Nations Pageants LLC

program magazine!

Delegate Name: _______________________________________________________________ Ad Purchaser Name / Title / Company: ____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________ Ad Size Purchased: _______ Full Page _______ ½ Page _______ ¼ Page Amount Paid: $ ___________________ Received By: __________________________________________________________________

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IX. PAGEANT WEEK

**The following list is tentative information for the 2016 competition. More

information will be sent to you closer to the date of the competition.

DEADLINES:

December 1, ………. is the deadline for all

paperwork for at-large contestants. If there

are any conflicts with the deadline, please

notify the national office immediately.

Any ads that need to be turned in to go

towards entry fee must be paid for and

submitted by entry fee deadline. There will

be no exceptions.

ENTRY FEES: All fees must be paid in full December 1,

…... Exceptions may be made on a case by

case basis only.

PAGEANT DATE:

The pageant will be held July 1-09, ……. in

Kingston, Jamaica. The time of the final

competition will be determined closer to

pageant week. The national competition will

take place Saturday, March 28, 2017.

Tickets will go on sale within 30 days of

pageant week.

MEALS:

Designated 2 meals will be provided by the

pageant. However, be sure to bring spending

money and pack extra snack

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS: The Knutsford Court Hotel is the host

hotel for the national competition.

Delegates are responsible for their own

hotel. This is not provided in your entry fee.

You must call in your reservation. Please

use the phone number provided below and

let them know you are with the MUNP

Pageant group.

Room Rate: $125 per night; 2 double beds

The Knutsford Court Hotel

16 Chelsea Ave, (5)

Kingston, Jamaica

Tel: 1876-929-1000

Fax: 1876-929-1000

www.knutsfordcourt.com

SCHEDULE: A detailed schedule will be sent closer to the

national competition. However, be prepared

to participate in optional competitions early

in the week (if applicable).

http://www.knutsfordcourt.com/


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X. ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT DELEGATE

INFORMATION

**Here are a few reminders of what is required of you as a state titleholder.

COMMUNITY SERVICE: In the duration of your reign, you are required to perform at

least 120 hours of community service. You may do so any way you wish, but it must be

documented with either photographs of the event or an official letter confirming

participation and sent to the national office shortly after completion. You have the entire

year to fulfill this duty. You do not have to complete it all before the national pageant.

SPONSOR RETRIEVAL METHODS:

o Traditional monetary/service sponsors - If delegates are blessed with the

support towards this rather expensive endeavor, great! Reaching out to friends, family and businesses them patron or have relationships with to fund their journey to nationals may work well for them. We will provide the necessary paperwork to fill out in order to approach each perspective sponsor as well as other documents that our offices, their sponsor, and the delegate will need.

o Entry Ads - Delegates can sell advertisements for the official program magazine of any size and 50% of the sale will go towards your entry fee total; the remaining 50% will go towards the actual cost of printing the ads This is a great way for businesses to see a more tangible return on their investments, not to mention advertisement purchases are tax-deductible.

o Wall of Well-Wishers - Twitter has definitely taken over social networking and this next idea is inspired by this new technological phenomenon. For $100 each, the delegate’s friends, families and businesses she patrons can share their good luck and encouragement messages with the world in 120 characters or less (not including their names). Please note this is not a form of advertisement. This is simply a message from them to the delegates that will be displayed on their personal www.munp.org . Every $100 collected will go directly towards your entry fee. (See additional pages for more)

CROWN AND SASH ETIQUETTE: When you are wearing your crown and/or sash, be

sure to look your best. Be well groomed and dressed tastefully because you are not only

representing yourself, you are representing the entire United Nations Pageant

organization. Refrain from any unladylike or illegal activity with or without your sash.

ALWAYS BE DIPLOMATIC. Even though you may have your personal political or

religious beliefs, as a titleholder you must publicly remain neutral in all areas. As an

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REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH DELEGATE:

1. 1 National costume with stage effect

2. 1 competition evening gown /Tuxedo (for best in evening gown competition)

3. 1 Business suit –for interview competition and meetings with local and government officials.

4. 1 High Fashion Wear for Super Model portion of competition.

5. Sport Wear National Sport in his or her country.

6. 2 conservative cocktail dresses red/black

7. 1 one piece swimsuit – (Private Shoot/ beach trip)

8. 2-3 pair of black or blue denim jeans (at least one pair blue)

8. Appropriate tops, including blouses and dressy T-Shirts (please no tank or halter tops)

10. Additional daytime apparel can be appropriate sun dresses or Capri pants. No shorts for organized

events.

WEATHER – Probability next 10 days for Mexico 90 degrees

Bring appropriate clothes for the weather.

11. Shoes: Heels and pumps for each outfit (no flats or platforms)

12. 1 pair of white sport shoes for rehearsal and sports attire competition with white low rise ankle

socks

13. 2 Pair of blue jean shorts for rehearsals

14. At least one day-time dress (style and color of delegate's choice)

1. Beach towel

2. Make sure you bring all your necessary toiletries and make up, DO NOT rely on the availability of

these items on the hotel.

3. Should you want to bring gifts for fellow contestants, you may do so but is not required and is at your

own discretion.

4. Spending money at your own discretion for souvenirs.

5: Charity Seed of $200.00 USD or more Primary Education Scholar Program.

Mandatory contestants must use his or her title to raise no less than $200 USD for

charity project to be undertaken during the pageants.

HOTEL: OFFICIAL HOTEL: Knutsford Court Hotel will provide and conduct all the prelim activities from July 1-9, …. Grand Coronation Hotel and Venue July, 08,2017 Courtleigh Auditorium 6-8 St Lucia Ave Kingston

Make Up and Hairstyle: $90 Make Up will cost $45 per apply you will need too Pageants Shoot and Coronation. Hairstyling cost just about the same as the $45 per apply which you need two Pageants Shoot

and Coronation Show. Include Make UP and Hairstyle for Official Shoot and Coronation Show. Pageant DVD and CD: $200 USD DVD will cost $200USD which will be overall presentation of the pageants CD will cost $200USD which will include your entire photo from Pageants Shoot and

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Here is a new way to help you pay for your entry fee and ad space. We’ve all seen the phenomenon that is Twitter and thought, why not utilize the same concept to help our delegates achieve their dream of becoming United Nations Ambassador! Here’s how it works: A friend, family member, co-worker, or business can wish you well by giving words of encouragement in 120 characters or less for $20 a piece. These will then be totaled and compiled in on each delegate’s personal on-line webpage of www.munp.org. Here’s a sample how some Well Wishes will appear: United Nations Pageants Best of luck sweetheart! You will be amazing! We are so proud of you! Love Mom and

Dad (87 characters) Yet! Go Miss or Mr. United Nations! Knock ‘em dead at nationals! We’re rooting for you!

Go A Chi O! (96 characters) The Big Business USA/World Company congratulates Miss or Mr. United Nations on

their accomplishments. We are very proud of you. (116 characters) The above Well Wishes will be displayed more creatively online for each participating contestant. These are not required but simply a fun way to help you raise funds towards your entry fee. Payment: Payment must be given at the time of obtaining all Well Wishes. Checks must be made out to United Nations Pageants LLC. We also accept PayPal payments; the email to send payments to is [email protected]. Please note, if you do wish to make a payment via PayPal you must note in the Comments or Notes section of the payment submission page the following: Well Wishes-Miss or Mr. United Nations (National being the title of the delegate the well wishes are for). If you have any questions please contact our offices at 1876-924-2345 05 1876-770-5329 or send us an email [email protected]. Below are spaces marked you can use per line including spaces. Remember, the maximum of 120 characters do include spaces and punctuation marks. These, along with their payments must be turned into the national offices no later than February 1, 2017.


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(These pages can be duplicated as much as needed) Name: ________________________________________________________________ Well Wishes (up to 120 characters) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Name: ________________________________________________________________ Well Wishes (up to 120 characters) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Name: ________________________________________________________________ Well Wishes (up to 120 characters) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___


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Contestant Agreement Contract

State/Country ____________________________

Parties: The following is an agreement between United Nations Pageants (hereafter referred to

as UNP) and you as a contestant (.......................................................................................).

• Obligations of contestants:

• A. by signing this agreement, you agree to conduct yourself at all times in such a

manner as is consistent with the highest moral and ethical standards. You further

agree to refrain from any act, which, at the sole discretion of UNP, is deemed

detrimental to the interests of United Nations Pageants, its officers, directors,

representatives, or sponsors.

b. The contestant faithfully agrees to perform the following, at no cost to UNP:

(1) Participate in the International Pageant at a locale, as may be designated by UNP,

for the purpose of selecting United Nations Pageants for the current year.

(2) Abide by and comply with all rules and regulations contained herein or which

may, from time to time, hereafter be promulgated by UNP and which shall be

uniformly applicable to all contestants.

(3) Participate and perform in the preparation, rehearsal, production, and promotion

of the United Nations Pageants and program as reasonably required by UNP

including, but not limited to, the following:

(a) Comply with all reasonable requests made by UNP in connection with its

production, promotion, exploitation, advertising, and publicity of the United

Nations Pageant.

(b) Diligently perform all events designed by UNP in its efforts to determine the

qualifications and skills of the contestant.

(c) Bring with her to the Pageants:

1) Dress Wear for interview, suit, dress, pantsuit


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2) Costume representing her state or region

3) Rebook Princess White Tennis shoe and socks

4) One competition evening gown suitable for the event.

5) Fashion Wear Attire

6) Plus any additional adequate wardrobe for all events in connection and

association with the Pageant.

(d) If the contestant is selected as Teen, Miss, Ms., Mrs., or Ms Mr. Teen and Mr.

United Nations, the first, second or third runner-up, and then the contestant must

not have at the time of the competition and during the succeeding year any of the

following:

1) Any exclusive personal management or agency contract, which conflicts

with the provisions of this agreement.

2) Any commercial tie-up or endorsement contract or commitment, which

conflicts with the activities or rights of UNP.

3) Any contract (oral or written) for delegates artistic or acting services, which

in any way interferes with, delegates obligations as outlined in this agreement.

4) Any pageant title, which in any way interferes with, delegates obligations

as outlined in this agreement. No other pageant title or pageant entry is

allowed during your reign.

(e) The contestant shall relinquish any right, title, or claim to any title or

designation conferred upon her, upon any of the following occurrences:

1) The next succeeding selection of a winner in the contestant’s state or

geographic area and the selection of the next United Nations Pageants, as

appropriate.

2) Upon the breach of any provision of this agreement or duly promulgated

rules and regulations of UNP.

3) Upon any conduct which, in the sole discretion of UNP, is deemed to be

adverse to the interests of the United Nations Pageants, its officers, directors,

representatives, or sponsors.

c. The contestant agrees that:

(1) You may use the title Mr., Teen, Miss, Ms., Mrs., or Ms. (State) United Nations

(Year) during your reign as said State Winner until the next succeeding State or

Geographic Area Pageant. However, you may not use the United Nations Pageants

trademark or logo, or the United Nations Pageants banner, sash, or crown (and/or any

similar identification) in any manner without the advance written consent of UNP.

(2) UNP shall have exclusively all dramatic, musical, radio, publication, television,

personal appearance, and motion picture rights in connection with presentation of the

State or Geographic Area competition, or any portion thereof, and shall have the right

to use and exploit any or all such rights, without consent from, or payment to the

contestant.

(3) The contestant hereby releases any claim, which she may have by virtue of

participation in the State of Geographic Area competition, or any use of her

photograph, likeness, voice, or appearance in connection with the exercise of any

such rights, including advertising and promotional material relating to any such

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d. The contestant agrees to accept as final and conclusive the decision of the Judges in the

selection of Mr., Teen, Miss, Ms., Mrs., or Ms. United Nations Pageants.

e. The contestant agrees that delegates shall have no right or claim to any designation or

title conferred by virtue of delegates participation in any contest under the auspices of

UNP; and that upon termination or breach of this agreement, and upon demand by UNP,

the contestant shall surrender and relinquish all designations or titles conferred upon

delegates, and agrees to thereafter make no claim to any designation or title; nor may

delegates use the same in any manner unless she obtains UNP’s advance written consent

for any specific use.

f. The contestant agrees to permit UNP, and UNP may authorize sponsors, distributors,

networks, stations, and licensees, to use her name, picture, likeness, voice, signature, title,

art illustration, biographical material, and/or the like for any advertising or publicity

relation to the program and/or the Pageant in perpetuity, without any compensation.

g. The contestant acknowledges and agrees that all photographs, film, tapes, or any other

recordings (audio or visual), and/or any reproductions of any kind, method, or means

whatsoever, and the sales, lease, license, publication, advertisement and/or exploitation of

any of the foregoing, or any materials, directly or indirectly relating therein, inclusive but

not limited to the logo, trademark, banner, sash, and crown are exclusively reserved to

and are owned and controlled by UNP without any reservations or limitations

whatsoever. The contestant may not reproduce the aforesaid material in any manner

without advance written permission from UNP.

h. The contestant hereby releases UNP, its officers, directors, agents, employees, and any

person, firm, association, corporation, or public or private entity which derives the use or

rights granted herein under authority of UNP from any action for compensation (except

as provided by this agreement), damages or any other relief, including but not limited to

any action for invasion of privacy in connection with the use of any rights granted herein

by the contestant to UNP; and the contestant agrees that she will not permit such use

except as is arranged or authorized in writing by UNP.

• The contestant agrees to indemnify and hold UNP harmless, for any breach of this

agreement including all costs, expenses, and damages incurred by UNP as a result

of said breach including but not limited to reasonable attorneys fees and expenses.

j. It is agreed and the contestant acknowledges that it may be in the interest and to the

benefit of the contestant and UNP to make certain personal appearances on behalf of

UNP or its sponsors or otherwise for which no fee is charged, and the contestant agrees to

faithfully comply with such requests. Three or more un-excused appearance no-shows

will result in loss of title at the discretion of UNP.

• The contestant will surrender any title or prizes awarded to delegates in any contest

held under the auspices of the United Nations Pageants when, in the sole discretion of

UNP, her condition is such that she is unable to or fails and refuses to fulfill the duties

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2. Contestant Representations of Eligibility:

(1) The contestant hereby represents: Please see page 3

(2) The contestant will continue to be a person of good moral character; that she has

not committed and will not commit any act inconsistent with the highest standards of

public morals and conventions, or that will reflect unfavorably on the Pageant, its

representatives, sponsors, and/or licensees; that she has not appeared in nude or

provocative photographs for any film, or publication, prior to, during the State or

Geographic Area Pageant, or during her reign should she become the State of

Geographic Area winner or “United Nations Pageants.”

(3) Delegates is a legal resident of the United States (for State Pageants) or the

Country she represents (Geographic Area Pageants) and has had a legal address in the

State of Geographic Area delegates represents for at least six (6) months (residence at

a military activity is acceptable).

(4) Except as permitted in this agreement, delegates do not have any personal

management, commercial tie-up, endorsement agreement or commitment. Nor any

contract (written or oral) for delegates artistic or acting services. Contestant agrees

that if delegates are selected as United Nations Pageants, delegates will not enter into

any agreement or accept any commitment in conflict with this agreement.

m. Release and Grant of Rights to United Nations Pageants:

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this agreement, the contestant

hereby releases UNP, its officers, directors, agents, employees, and its successors,

licensees, representatives and assigns, from any and all claims, demands, and causes

of action of every nature and kind arising out of or connected with the Pageants

and/or use of photographs or other likeness, biographical material, voice, videotapes,

and/or recordings of said contestant. Said material may be used, reproduced,

exhibited, telecast and/or published in the manner UNP deems advisable, without any

compensation to the contestant. The contestant hereby further releases UNP, its

officers, directors, agents, employees and any partner, venture, and any related person

from any claims, demands, causes of action, expenses and costs for any injuries or

Demands sustained by the contestant as a result of, or during participation in contests,

appearances, and activities contemplated herein, including but not limited to traveling

to and from the contest or personal appearance sites.

• Sever-able Agreement: The provisions of this agreement shall be deemed to be

sever-able. In the event any provision or portion hereof shall be deemed to be void or

invalid, such determination shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the

remainder hereof.

• Appearances: United Nations Pageants Chaperone Director who hereby becomes

your booking agent must approve all paid and non-paid appearances. Any

appearances as a United Nations Pageants representative must be booked through our

office. Any paid appearances representing yourself as a United Nations Pageants

delegate or winner, or that comes about because you are a winner in the United

Nations Pageant must be approved and 10% of your bookings pay must be paid


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directly to the United Nations Pageants if another agency is receiving commission for

the appearance and 20% of the booking if another agency is not involved. Any

unauthorized use of your title, without consent from the United Nations Pageants will

result in legal action and loss of your title

• No reproduction or rebroadcast of the United Nations Pageants network tape will be

allowed without expressed written consent from the United Nations Pageants.

• Any breach of contract will result in loss of your title.

• To decline to sign said contract, will result in non-eligibility to compete in the United

Nations Pageant.

3. Jamaican Law and Forum:

This agreement shall be construed in accordance with the internal laws of the Jamaica,

and the venue for any proceedings relating to the provisions hereof or the construction,

interpretation, or enforcement thereof, or any breach or alleged breach there of shall take

place in the City of Miami/Kingston at RM Court or Supreme Court in USA/ Jamaica

regardless of the forum in which the agreement or any parts of it were negotiated or

executed.

s. Binding Agreement: This agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of

the legal or personal representatives, successors and assigns of UNP. If the contestant

brings any legal proceedings against UNP, its officers, directors, agents and/or employees

for any reason whatsoever, and said legal proceedings are adjudged in favor of UNP, its

officers, directors, agents, and/or employees, the contestant agrees that he/she shall be

responsible for all of the reasonable legal fees, costs, and expenses incurred by UNP and

its officers, directors, agents, and/or employees, in connection therewith.

t. This agreement contains the full and entire agreement between the parties. Any

modification or additions, whether made prior, contemporaneously, or

Subsequent thereto, shall not be binding upon UNP unless signed by an authorized officer

thereof, or unless said Rules and Regulations are amended by UNP.

Acceptance: This agreement shall become effective when accepted by an

Authorized officer of United Nations Pageants.

AGREED TO: ACCEPTED:

Contestant Name (Print or Type) Leon Williams

President/Owner

United Nations Pageants

Country:

Date

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Term and Conditions:

Place a checkmark next to each item. Forms received without checkmarks shall be considered incomplete and will be returned to you:

RECEIPT OF POLICIES / STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING, AGREEMENT & INFORMED CONSENT. I have received a copy of the United Nations Pageants Policies, Rules, Regulations, & Requirements. I have read, understood, and agree to all terms specified in the International Pageant Policies, Rules, Regulations, & Requirements.

HONESTY POLICY. I attest that all information, which I have and will submit, is true and accurate. I understand that falsification of information will result in immediate disqualification and forfeiture of all prizes won.

CODE OF CONDUCT I agree to display good sportsmanship at all times. I understand that engaging in slanderous or libelous behavior, including but not limited to posting negative or inflammatory messages to the internet, harassing judges, contestants or United Nations Pageants staff in person, via telephone, via mail, or via email constitutes poor sportsmanship & may result in disqualification at the discretion of United Nation Pageants.

PUBLICITY & PROMOTION I give United Nations Pageants. Permission to use my name, photo, likeness, voice & biographical information for purposes of publicity, advertising, and promotion in print, radio, video, on the United Nations Pageants. Website, and in any other media. I give consent for United Nations Pageants. to use my name, photo, likeness, voice & biographical information for purposes of producing promotional merchandise, including but not limited to clothing (e.g., t-shirts), posters, mugs, mouse pads and other products. I understand that I am not entitled to any compensation from the sale of such products.

SELECTION OF JUDGES. I understand and accept that United Nations Pageants. Will appoint judges for awards, semi-finalists, finalists, and overall titles. I understand that the decision of the judges is final and non-contestable.

NON-REFUNDABLE FEE POLICY I understand that the United Nations Pageants is a self-supporting event and that all fees paid are not refundable and not transferable in full or in part under any circumstance. This includes entry fees, ticket sales, ad sales, and any other fees paid.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY I understand and agree that: a.) United Nations Pageant., its officers, employees, and pageant personnel are not responsible for accidents, injury or theft incurred at the time of the pageant or travel to and from. b.) United Nations Pageants. is not responsible for negligence or fraud on the part of pageant sponsors, judges, or contract vendors (e.g., photographer, videographer, etc.) that may be providing products or services to delegates at the United Nations Pageants™. c.) United Nations Pageants System, Inc. is not responsible for negligence or fraud on the part of the host hotel.

DISQUALIFICATION By submitting the entry form and entry fee, I agree to abide by all rules and policies set forth by the United Nations Pageants. I attest that all information submitted is true and accurate. Failure to comply with United Nations Pageants. Policies may result in immediate disqualification and/or forfeiture of prizes won without benefit of refund in full or in part at the discretion of United Nations Pageants.

WINNERS / OTHER CONTESTS / RE-ENTERING I understand that I may re-enter from year to year. Overall, Miss Teen United Nations.®, Miss United Nations.®, Ms. United Nations.®, Mrs. United Nations ® Mr. Teen United Nations & Mr. United Nations

Titleholders may not compete in any other pageants until they relinquish their United Nations title.

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Delegate’s Code of Conduct

I, _________________________________, affirm that I am and will continue to be a person of good moral character; that I have not committed and will not commit any act inconsistent with the highest standards of public morals and conventions or that will reflect unfavorably on the pageant, its representatives, sponsors and/or licensees; that I have not appeared in nude or provocative photographs for any film or publication prior to, during the preliminary or pageant finals, or during my reign as a Preliminary Winner, At-Large Delegate or United Nations Pageant® Titleholder.

I will conduct myself in a courteous, professional manner at all times during the United Nations Pageants™ and while representing a United Nations National/International Pageant® title.

I will not slander or libel other contestants, judges, United Nations Pageants. Staff or anyone else involved with or connected to the United Nations Pageants ®. I understand that defamatory verbal and/or written remarks against United Nations Pageants, Inc. and the United Nations Pageants ® may result in immediate disqualification at the discretion of United Nations Pageants, forfeiture of any and all prizes and awards won, and legal charges.

I agree to display good sportsmanship at all times. I understand that disruptive behavior before, during, or after the pageant may result in disqualification, removal from the premises, and legal charges at the discretion of United Nations Pageants.

Delegate Signature: ______________________________ Date: ___________ Legal Guardian (if under age 18): ____________________ Date: ___________

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