Kapanlagi.com - Miss Universe Indonesia 2024 has selected 16 best finalists ready to compete for the crown in this prestigious event. The chosen finalists come from various backgrounds, including artists, models, academics, and housewives.
One of the finalists who caught attention is Ravena Wulandari, who is the only hijab-wearing finalist in Miss Universe Indonesia 2024. The finalist from Aceh expressed her enthusiasm for participating in this event as she can represent hijab-wearing women from Aceh.
"I am from Aceh, I am not married. I am a flexible woman, being a tourism ambassador, model, and artist at the same time," said Ravena Wulandari in a video recording played during the press conference for the Top 16 Miss Universe Indonesia 2024 in the Thamrin area, Central Jakarta, Tuesday (20/8/2024).
Ravena also added, "I am happy and excited because I can represent Acehnese women with hijabs to make an impact internationally."
1. Participants with Hijab
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Teuku Jordan Zacky A, as the National Director of Miss Universe Indonesia 2024, emphasized that this event opens wide opportunities for all Indonesian women to participate. "We are truly inclusive, we are open to anyone who wants to participate," he stated.
Jordan continued that although there are several participants with hijabs who also participated, Ravena Wulandari is the one selected as the only hijab finalist in Miss Universe Indonesia 2024.
"We indeed open up as many opportunities as possible for Indonesian women who want to participate in Miss Universe Indonesia 2024. There are several hijab-wearing women who registered, and Ravena from Aceh was chosen," he explained.
2. Transparent and Inclusive
Miss Universe Indonesia 2024 is also implementing innovative steps by integrating a web3-based DAO system to make this contest more transparent and inclusive. With this system, the public is not just an audience, but can also support and vote for their favorite finalists.
In addition to Ravena, 15 other finalists who will also compete in this event are Nadia Ingrida Tjuatja, Maria Ardelia Purwaningrum, Stella Vidyasari, Viori Dhea Vanessa, Putri Sulistiawati, Karen Afralia, Beivy Marselo Mega Sumampouw, Cinta Iole Amidjaja, Moriska, Clara Shafira Krebs, Fiza Javaid Khan, Khamelia Chalid, Vina Anggi Sitorus, Ester Liana, and Meylan Vega.
3. Promote Diversity
With the presence of Ravena as the only hijab-wearing finalist, the Miss Universe Indonesia 2024 event demonstrates its commitment to reflecting diversity and inclusivity in this competition.
This event is expected to not only be a platform for participants to showcase their talents and potential but also as a step forward in promoting diversity and inclusion on the international stage.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.