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Testimonials
CELEBRATING 21 EXCEPTIONAL YEARS
2008 Testimonials
I had no idea that attending this national pageant would change my life, but I walked away from Vegas feeling empowered, honored, and proud of the legacy that my young African American sisters are leaving. I am so humbled by this experience.
----- Sonja McCord, Miss Black West Virginia
While in Las Vegas, I was able to network with 37 other trailblazing women and give fierce performances in front of esteemed judges, one being the legendary Mary Wilson from Supremes fame. At the end of my final night performance, I looked her straight in the eye and saw her affirm my performance with a generous nod and big smile! You can't tell me I walked away empty handed.
------Audrey Cox, Miss Black North Carolina
I have so many wonderful things to say about the Miss Black USA organization that I can't even begin to fit them into this one email. I finally understand the "magic" of this organization.
----- Jordan Hasty, Miss Black New Hampshire
Thank you for the chance to represent the District of Columbia in the Miss Black USA pageant. It was such an honor and a blessing.
------Amanda Lewis, Miss Black District of Columbia
You have truly made my dream possible; representing Indiana as a state queen and using my title to promote positive things and to encourage youth and adults to steer their direction in the way of the Lord has been more than a pleasure.
----- Ashley Hopgood, Miss Black Indiana
Words cannot express my heart-felt appreciation of the love and support you have shown me.
------Tiffany Lloyd, Miss Black Louisiana
I had an awesome time while in Vegas this has boosted my self esteem on a new level.
----- Barbara Walker, Miss Black Colorado
It was an honor like no other. I am going to smile for years to come, every day I sit and think about the accomplishment that I just embarked upon.
------Andretta Rhone, Miss Black Alabama
2007 Testimonials
Because of His Excellency, President Jammeh, Karen Arrington and the Miss Black USA organization, young women across the globe will become even greater individuals.
----- Ventra Boykin, Miss Black Iowa USA 2007
Everyday, I thank God for allowing me to be so blessed with this one-in-a-lifetime chance.
------Kalilah Allen-Harris, Miss Black Tennessee 2007 Winner
The music, the people, the dancing, it was all so wonderful. I truly felt like an African queen.
--------Desiree Lewis, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2007
I am thankful for the opportunity to Sankofa to my ancestral home, a journey that I have long prayed for.
--------Cleantha Samuel, Miss Black US Virgin Islands 2007 2nd Runner Up
I have never fully understood what being of African descent feels like, looks like and sounds like until now. I am so proud!
---- Tiffany Boatner, Miss Black Colorado USA 2007
Thank you for reaffirming who I am as a Black woman.
----- Telena Cassell, Miss Black New Hampshire USA 2007
I learned so much about my own resilience.
---- Ada Dieke, Miss Black Arizona USA 2007
I have never traveled to such a beautiful place in my entire life.
---- Rachel Wilson, Miss Black North Carolina USA 2007
The Gambians are some of the most dignified, beautifully spirited people that I have ever met
------ Ayesha Faines, Miss Black Connecticut USA 2007
Africans and African Americans are all the same. While the Diaspora and distance separates us, the connection that I felt there undeniably confirms Gambia is my home.
--- Carlisha Williams, Miss Black Oklahoma USA 2007
I was speechless when we arrived at the primary school and the library was unveiled as The Miss Black USA library.
----- Desiree Lewis, Miss Black South Carolina USA 2007
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