OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasizes the importance of language and cultural inclusivity in the mission of the company. A 39-year-old Iranian-born mother, Apameh Schönauer, recently won the title of “Miss Germany 2024” after the pageant removed age restrictions. She aims to advocate for migrant women in Germany and founded an organization called “Shirzan” to help oppressed women share their stories.
Schönauer’s victory symbolizes the pageant’s move towards inclusivity and recognizing women who take responsibility. Despite receiving praise for her win, negative comments flooded her social media posts. However, supporters hailed her as an inspirational role model.
In a similar vein, other beauty pageants have embraced inclusivity. For instance, a plus-size contestant made it to the top 20 of the Miss Universe 2023 pageant, while a transgender woman won the Miss Netherlands beauty pageant for the first time in history.
These instances highlight a shift towards diversity and representation in beauty pageants, showcasing a more inclusive approach to celebrating beauty and individuality.
