Palestinian model Nadine Ayoub has announced that she will represent Palestine at the prestigious Miss Universe pageant.
The 74th edition of Miss Universe will take place this November in Pak Kret, Thailand. This marks the first time a contestant from Palestine will participate in the global beauty competition.
In an Instagram post, Ayoub stated, “Today, I step onto the Miss Universe stage not only with honor but also with truth. While Palestine, especially Gaza, is enduring pain and grief, I stand as the voice of a nation that refuses to be silenced.”
“It is an honor to be the first to raise the name of Palestine on the Miss Universe stage.”For Ayoub, this opportunity is about more than just beauty it’s a chance to spotlight the resilience, culture, and voice of the Palestinian people, a nation she says has long been silenced but continues to stand with dignity and pride.
Born into a family originally from Yafa, Nadeen Ayoub spent her early years between the West Bank, Canada, and the United States. She holds degrees in psychology and literature from the University of Western Ontario and now works as a certified fitness coach and nutrition consultant. In addition, she runs the Olive Green Academy, which focuses on modern content creation rooted in sustainability.
This won’t be Ayoub’s first time on the global pageant stage. In 2022, she represented Palestine at the Miss Earth pageant and earned the title of Miss Earth Water, making her the first Palestinian to receive such recognition.
Her journey to Miss Universe marks a powerful moment of cultural identity and representation for Palestine, bringing not only beauty and grace to the stage, but also a message of hope, strength, and unshakable national pride.