Thank you for your interest in serving as a judge for the Miss Arab USA Pageant, and for considering a role that directly influences a meaningful and potentially life-changing experience for our contestants.
The Miss Arab Organization proudly presents a program we define as Pageantry With Purpose. From its inception, the Miss Arab USA judging panel has been composed of civic-minded individuals who volunteer their time to support, guide, and uplift the next generation of Arab-American women.
Our Purpose
The Miss Arab USA Pageant exists to select an honorable young Arab woman who will serve as a cultural ambassador throughout the US & worldwide for one year. Unlike traditional pageants, Miss Arab USA does not include a swimsuit competition and does not evaluate contestants based on body criteria.
Instead, we celebrate intellect, cultural pride, education, leadership, community service, and character. The titleholder is selected based on her elegance, communication skills, talent, social contribution, and overall potential to represent Arab values with dignity and integrity.
Who Makes a Strong Judge
Many of our judges have never participated in pageantry. Our panels include professionals from business, education, public service, media, arts, and the beauty and wellness fields.
What matters most is not prior pageant experience, but the following qualities:
- Integrity, honest and objective evaluation
- Diligence, giving each contestant thoughtful consideration
- Fairness, applying the established criteria consistently
- Unbiased perspective, free from assumptions or stereotypes
The Responsibility of Judging
Serving as a judge is both an honor and a serious responsibility. Contestants dedicate months of preparation to this program, and judges are entrusted with identifying leadership, purpose, and potential. Your role may directly impact the life path of one young woman.
Pageant Week Schedule (Three Days)
- Thursday: Talent Auditions
Judges select the top five talent performances
- Friday: Personal Interviews
Judges meet contestants individually following a briefing with the Pageant Director
- Saturday: Main Pageant Event
Judging categories include Casual Wear, National Costume, Formal Wear, Talent, and Final Question
We appreciate your interest in our mission and welcome individuals who value cultural representation, leadership, and service. To nominate yourself or someone you believe would be an excellent fit, please complete the form below.