#missmassachusetts

[americanmuslimt]

Katrina Kincade, the first Muslim woman to ever be crowned Miss Massachusetts at the Miss America competition.

[deannalndn]

Praying that this beautiful girl @andreiagibau succeeds in receiving the title of Miss Earth United States tonight!!! Follow @missearthunitedstates on Facebook to watch the live stream @ 6pm EST! #YouGotThisAndreia #MissMassachusetts #MissEarthUnitedStates #MissEarth2017

[stefaniesomers]

Gorgeous in lemon yellow, we’re watching you @gabbytaveras ❤️😘 . #Repost @missamericama ・・・ I told the @missamerica judges today in my interview that I wasn't supposed to make it. I will scream that to the heavens because I want EVERYONE to understand that this is the FURTHEST from the truth - YOU CAN AND WILL MAKE IT AND SURPASS IT ❤️ June 30th I didn't become #MissMassachusetts - WE all did and today we were on that stage representing resilience, determination, grit, and heart. Cheers to first night of prelims 💛 • • 👗: @infusion_boutique 💎: @dredesignsbling and @stefaniesomers https://www.instagram.com/p/BnebDw7joC7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dc2n0qfk0vre

[missamericama]

I absolutely loved my time with Mrs. Greening’s 5th grade class this morning!!! After reading “In November,” we talked about my jobs as a nurse and as Miss Massachusetts and discussed the importance of working hard and doing your best. Many of the students had a good grasp on why we all need to serve and help people, which was music to my soul! The students had thoughtful questions, which sparked meaningful discourse. So grateful Mrs. Greening has me as her guest reader today. 💙💙💙 #chooseacausemakeadifference #service #forthekids #missmassachusetts (at Cyril K. Brennan Middle School)

[missamericanj]

Every blonde needs a brunette! Thanks for being an awesome roommate this week @missamericama #MissNJ2017 #MissNewJersey #MissAmerica #missnewjersey2017 #missmassachusetts #maoteen

[newenglandmodeling]

Good luck to our very own Nicole, #MissMassachusetts at Nationals. You can do this!

[morganbelarus]

Raped at 13, this beauty queen walked from her crown after an emcee’s #MeToo joke.

Miss America pageants are changing for the better, but that change has been slow to catch on in some state competitions.

On June 30, 2018, the emcee of the Miss Massachusetts pageant mocked #MeToo, blaming the loss of the swimsuit competition on the movement.

In a brief skit, a woman spoke to someone dressed as God, saying, “We may have very well seen the last ever swimsuit competition on stage. It’s very upsetting, and I’m trying to understand, God, why it happened.” And the person playing God held up a #MeToo sign and replied, "Me too, Amy."

Some in the audience cheered and laughed, but one contestant, Maude Gorman didn't find it funny.

I can’t believe I just attended my last Miss Massachusetts orientation (ever!!). The last thing I expected this year was to be competing in pageants again; yet alone with the Miss America Organization. I had previously aged out, and thought that was that. But, by some miracle, they the increased the age limit, and I knew I had to give it one last try! I’m extremely grateful to be a titleholder at a time in my life where I stand to show others just how beautiful STRONG is. I’m 30 lbs heavier than when I last competed 🎉🎉🎉, can now bench press more than I used to weigh when I last stepped foot on that stage, and I can’t wait to show myself (and everybody) that change and strength within self is one of the biggest wins of all 🙏 #missmassachusetts #missplymouthcounty #mao #strongisbeautiful #7seasroasting #rxathlete #beautyandabeast

A post shared by Maude Gorman 🇺🇸 (@maudernliving) on May 20, 2018 at 5:16pm PDT

“It was heartbreaking to hear,” said Gorman, who was competing in the pageant as Miss Plymouth County. “In that moment, everything collapsed right in front of me.”

She skipped the reception after the show and went home to draft her resignation from the pageant. With her experiences, this was something Gorman couldn't let stand.

At 13, Maude Gorman was attacked and raped by three men — a secret she kept for years. Gorman and a friend had walked to a playground to swing on the swings, and as they were leaving, three highly intoxicated men approached them. The girls ran in different directions, but the men chased after and caught up with Gorman. They took turns raping her before finally letting her go. Embarrassed and ashamed, she didn’t tell anyone what happened.

For three years, she kept her story a secret, spiraling in and out of depression, suicide attempts, and other mental health issues. Finally, she told her mom about the rapes, and Gorman started intensive therapy. She and her family consulted a lawyer, but too much time had passed, she didn't know who the men were, and there wasn’t enough physical evidence to prove the crime.

However, Gorman decided she wouldn't stay silent any longer.

The top photo: I was 15 years old and completely lost in the world. I hated who I was, what I saw in the mirror, and the words "why me" were a constant thought in my mind. I had no sight of my future nor any hope for better days. The bottom photo: I am not only a survivor, but on a mission to be a voice for the unspeakable. Instead of asking "why me", I now ask "what can I do". Instead of hating the world, I've learned to discover love in improving it. Instead of fearing those around me, I am open to experience whatever life may offer. Do not give up your fight. You have no idea what tomorrow may bring. #missmaworld #missworldamerica #beautywithapurpose #beautyinaction #SAAM #alwayshope #knowthesigns

A post shared by Maude Gorman 🇺🇸 (@maudernliving) on Apr 1, 2016 at 4:58pm PDT

Gorman started competing in pageants to boost her confidence and help other sexual assault survivors.

In 2015, at age 21, Gorman made headlines for winning the Miss Massachusetts World America crown and telling judges that she wanted to use her platform to help victims of sexual assault. She started working with the Center for Hope and Healing in Lowell, Massachusetts, and sharing her story at various conferences. At the Miss World pageant, she won first place in the "Beauty with a Purpose" presentation — a three-minute speech in which Gorman spoke candidly about her experience with sexual violence.

“I think society blames victims,” she told the Boston Globe. “I’m trying to remove that blame. My goal is to be that light at the end of the tunnel for those who feel stuck in the darkness.”

Competing in the Miss America Organization pageant was a dream come true for Gorman. But the #MeToo joke crossed the line.

"I refuse to stand idly by and simply 'let this go,'" says Gorman.

Today, I officially resigned from the title of Miss Plymouth County 2018. While I’m grateful for the opportunities that @missamerica creates for young women, I am also internally conflicted; as the #metoo movement was mocked on stage during the final competition of Miss Massachusetts. As both a survivor, and advocate for victims rights and sexual violence on a whole, I refuse to stand idly by and simply “let this go”. Instead, I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the courage to speak out; and for every person who felt liberated by the #metoo movement. I will not allow ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING. #metoo #missplymouthcounty #nomore #rainn #surviveandthrive

A post shared by Maude Gorman 🇺🇸 (@maudernliving) on Jul 5, 2018 at 9:03am PDT

In an Instagram post, Gorman explained why she resigned from her Miss Plymouth County title and turned in her crown. "I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the courage to speak out," she wrote, "and for every person who felt liberated by the #MeToo movement. I will not allow ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING."

Joking about rape victims isn't just tone deaf. It's a part of the problem.

In a civilized society, there are simply some subjects that are too heinous to be used as comedy fodder. Until we start acknowledging the life-altering pain and anguish that sexual assault survivors have to grapple with, and start treating sexual violence with the gravitas it deserves, we won't make the changes to our culture and our laws that are needed to prevent such assaults from happening.

Jokes that make light of sexual assault are part of the "rape culture" that spawned the #MeToo movement in the first place, and it's long past time for them to end. Civilized people don't joke about the Holocaust. We don't joke about child trafficking. And we shouldn't joke about sexual assault victims. It's not funny. Period.

Meet Maude Gorman. She was a Miss Massachusetts contestant but dropped out of the pageant this week after the host mocked the #metoo movement.

Maude is a rape survivor.

RETWEET If you support this strong woman. pic.twitter.com/GjIM4ND9b3

— Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) July 9, 2018

Three cheers to Maude Gorman for taking a stand and continuing to use her voice to support sexual assault survivors — a feat far more impactful than winning any crown.

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Raped at 13, this beauty queen walked from her crown after an emcee’s #MeToo joke.

Miss America parades are changing for the better, but that change has been slow to catch on in some government competitions. On June 30, 2018, the emcee of the Miss Massachusetts pageant satirized #MeToo, condemning the loss of the swimsuit race on the free movement of persons. In a brief skit, the status of women spoke to someone garmented as God, reading, “We may have very well examined the last ever swimsuit rival on stage. It’s very upsetting, and I’m trying to understand, God, why it happened.” And the person playing God held up a #MeToo mansion and responded, “Me more, Amy.” Some in the gathering cheered and chortled, but one contestant, Maude Gorman didn’t find it quirky. I can’t repute I simply accompanied my last Miss Massachusetts orientation( ever !!). The last circumstance I expected this year was to be competing in processions again; yet alone with the Miss America Organization. I has hitherto aged out, and thought that was that. But, by some supernatural, they the increased the senility restriction, and I knew I had to give it one last try! I’m extremely grateful to be a titleholder at a time in “peoples lives” where I stand to show others just how beautiful STRONG is. I’m 30 lbs heavier than when I last-place rivalled, been in a position to workbench press more than I used to weigh when I last stepped paw on that stagecoach, and I can’t wait to show myself( and everybody) that change and strength within self is one of the biggest prevails of all #missmassachusetts #missplymouthcounty #mao #strongisbeautiful #7seasroasting #rxathlete #beautyandabeast A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on May 20, 2018 at 5:16 pm PDT “It was heartbreaking to discover, ” said Gorman, who was emulating in the procession as Miss Plymouth County. “In that minute, everything crumbled right in front of me.” She skipped the celebration after the show and go back home to sketch her departure from the parade. With her experiences, this was something Gorman couldn’t let stand. At 13, Maude Gorman was criticized and raped by three boys — trade secrets she hindered for years. Gorman and a pal had walked to a playground to swaying on the jives, and as they were leaving, three highly intoxicated somebodies approached them. The girls ran in different directions, but the men chased after and caught up with Gorman. They took swerves crimes her before ultimately causing her circulate. Perplexed and ashamed, she didn’t tell anyone what happened. For three years, she retained her fib a secret, spiraling in and out of sadnes, suicide strives, and other mental health issues questions. Lastly, she informed her mummy about the assaults, and Gorman started intensive regiman. She and her family consulted a solicitor, but too much duration had passed, she didn’t know who the three men were, and there wasn’t enough physical sign to prove the offense. Nonetheless, Gorman judged she wouldn’t stay speechless any longer. The top photo: I was 15 years old and completely lost in the world. I disliked who I was, what I encountered in the reflect, and the words “why me” were a constant hope in my judgment. I had no see of my future nor any hope for better epoches. The foot photo: I am not only a survivor, but on a mission to be a articulate for the unspeakable. Instead of querying “why me”, I now query “what can I do”. Instead of disliking the world, I’ve learned to discover adoration in improving it. Instead of fearing those around me, I am open to experience whatever life is available through. Do not give up your fight. You have no idea what tomorrow may raise. #missmaworld #missworldamerica #beautywithapurpose #beautyinaction #SAAM #alwayshope #knowthesigns A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on Apr 1, 2016 at 4:58 pm PDT Gorman started rivalling in pageantries to boost her trust and facilitate other sexual abuse survivors . strong> In 2015, at age 21, Gorman made headlines for acquiring the Miss Massachusetts World America crown and telling judges that she wanted to use her stage to help victims of sex offense. She started working with the Center for Hope and Healing in Lowell, Massachusetts, and sharing her narrative at different consultations. At the Miss World pageant, she prevailed first place in the “Beauty with a Purpose” presentation — a three-minute discussion in which Gorman worded candidly about her knowledge with sexual violence. “I think society denounces preys, ” she told the Boston Globe. “I’m trying to remove that accuse. My purpose is the fact that light at the end of the passage for the persons who experience stuck in the darkness.” Competing in the Miss America Organization parade was a dream is true for Gorman. But the #MeToo joke swept the line. “I was unwilling to stand idly by and plainly ‘let this pas, ‘” pronounces Gorman. Today, I officially resigned from the entitle of Miss Plymouth County 2018. While I’m grateful for the opportunities that @missamerica organizes for young woman, I am also internally conflicted; as the #metoo movement was mocked on theatre during the final contender of Miss Massachusetts. As both a survivor, and preach for victims rights and sexual violence on a entire, I refuse to stand idly by and plainly “let this go”. Instead, I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the heroism to speak out; and for every person who appeared liberated by the #metoo movement. I will not give ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING. #metoo #missplymouthcounty #nomore #rainn #surviveandthrive A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on Jul 5, 2018 at 9:03 am PDT In an Instagram post, Gorman explained why she resigned from her Miss Plymouth County deed and soured in her treetop. “I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the gallantry to speak out, ” she wrote, “and for every person who experienced liberated by the #MeToo gesture. I will not give ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING.” Joking about rape martyrs isn’t precisely tone deaf. It’s a part of the problem. In a civilized society, there are simply some subjects that are too infamous to be used as comedy food. Until “were starting” affirming the life-altering tendernes and affliction that carnal abuse survivors have to grapple with, and start considering sexual violence with the gravitas it deserves, we won’t spawn modifications to our culture and our laws that are needed to prevent such assaults from happening. Jokes that make light of sexual assault are part of the “rape culture” that spawned the #MeToo change in the first place, and it’s long past day for them to end. Educated parties don’t laugh about the Holocaust. We don’t joke about babe trafficking. And we shouldn’t laughter about sex crime casualties. It’s not funny. Period. Meet Maude Gorman. She was a Miss Massachusetts rival but drooped out of the parade this week after the emcee satirized the #metoo movement. Maude is a rape survivor. RETWEET If you patronage this strong girl. pic.twitter.com/ GjIM4ND 9b3 — Brian Krassenstein (@ krassenstein) July 9, 2018 Three claps to Maude Gorman for taking a stand and continuing to use her voice to subsidize unlawful sexual intercourse survivors — a accomplishment far more impactful than triumphing any crown. Read more: http :// www.upworthy.com/ raped-at-1 3-this-beauty-queen-walked-from-her-crown-after-an-emcee-s-me-too-joke http://dailybuzznetwork.com/index.php/2018/07/20/raped-at-13-this-beauty-queen-walked-from-her-crown-after-an-emcees-metoo-joke/

[aikosmith13]

Please help fund me in my adventure towards Miss Massachusetts! Gofund.me/EleanorForMissMass I appreciate any help you can give me

[missamericamd]

Shopping with @MissAmericaMA. When I move to Boston MA to attend Berklee this girl will be my tourguide! 😉 💖👑☺️ #Sisterhood #MissAmerica #MissMaryland #MissMassachusetts #52Reasons

[stefaniesomers]

Congratulations @gabbytaveras on winning #missmassachusetts 💥💫✨ Styling by @henriscloud9 @prpageantcoaches @carlosvelezfoto #stefaniesomers

[missamericama]

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Here's a clip of me singing "Cabaret" during the Miss New Bedford Scholarship Organization's 65th Anniversary Luncheon fundraiser at @greasyluckbrewpub! Hope you have as much fun watching as I did singing! 💙 #MissMassachusetts #shareyourtalent #chooseacausemakeadifference (at Greasy Luck Brewpub)

[newenglandmodeling]

Has it been two years already! One of our own New England Modeling graduates took the crown. Will it happen this year? We think so! #missmassachusetts

[ethelbertpaul444-blog]

Raped at 13, this beauty queen walked from her crown after an emcee’s #MeToo joke.

Miss America parades are changing for the better, but that change has been slow to catch on in some government competitions. On June 30, 2018, the emcee of the Miss Massachusetts pageant satirized #MeToo, condemning the loss of the swimsuit race on the free movement of persons. In a brief skit, the status of women spoke to someone garmented as God, reading, “We may have very well examined the last ever swimsuit rival on stage. It’s very upsetting, and I’m trying to understand, God, why it happened.” And the person playing God held up a #MeToo mansion and responded, “Me more, Amy.” Some in the gathering cheered and chortled, but one contestant, Maude Gorman didn’t find it quirky. I can’t repute I simply accompanied my last Miss Massachusetts orientation( ever !!). The last circumstance I expected this year was to be competing in processions again; yet alone with the Miss America Organization. I has hitherto aged out, and thought that was that. But, by some supernatural, they the increased the senility restriction, and I knew I had to give it one last try! I’m extremely grateful to be a titleholder at a time in “peoples lives” where I stand to show others just how beautiful STRONG is. I’m 30 lbs heavier than when I last-place rivalled, been in a position to workbench press more than I used to weigh when I last stepped paw on that stagecoach, and I can’t wait to show myself( and everybody) that change and strength within self is one of the biggest prevails of all #missmassachusetts #missplymouthcounty #mao #strongisbeautiful #7seasroasting #rxathlete #beautyandabeast A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on May 20, 2018 at 5:16 pm PDT “It was heartbreaking to discover, ” said Gorman, who was emulating in the procession as Miss Plymouth County. “In that minute, everything crumbled right in front of me.” She skipped the celebration after the show and go back home to sketch her departure from the parade. With her experiences, this was something Gorman couldn’t let stand. At 13, Maude Gorman was criticized and raped by three boys — trade secrets she hindered for years. Gorman and a pal had walked to a playground to swaying on the jives, and as they were leaving, three highly intoxicated somebodies approached them. The girls ran in different directions, but the men chased after and caught up with Gorman. They took swerves crimes her before ultimately causing her circulate. Perplexed and ashamed, she didn’t tell anyone what happened. For three years, she retained her fib a secret, spiraling in and out of sadnes, suicide strives, and other mental health issues questions. Lastly, she informed her mummy about the assaults, and Gorman started intensive regiman. She and her family consulted a solicitor, but too much duration had passed, she didn’t know who the three men were, and there wasn’t enough physical sign to prove the offense. Nonetheless, Gorman judged she wouldn’t stay speechless any longer. The top photo: I was 15 years old and completely lost in the world. I disliked who I was, what I encountered in the reflect, and the words “why me” were a constant hope in my judgment. I had no see of my future nor any hope for better epoches. The foot photo: I am not only a survivor, but on a mission to be a articulate for the unspeakable. Instead of querying “why me”, I now query “what can I do”. Instead of disliking the world, I’ve learned to discover adoration in improving it. Instead of fearing those around me, I am open to experience whatever life is available through. Do not give up your fight. You have no idea what tomorrow may raise. #missmaworld #missworldamerica #beautywithapurpose #beautyinaction #SAAM #alwayshope #knowthesigns A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on Apr 1, 2016 at 4:58 pm PDT Gorman started rivalling in pageantries to boost her trust and facilitate other sexual abuse survivors . strong> In 2015, at age 21, Gorman made headlines for acquiring the Miss Massachusetts World America crown and telling judges that she wanted to use her stage to help victims of sex offense. She started working with the Center for Hope and Healing in Lowell, Massachusetts, and sharing her narrative at different consultations. At the Miss World pageant, she prevailed first place in the “Beauty with a Purpose” presentation — a three-minute discussion in which Gorman worded candidly about her knowledge with sexual violence. “I think society denounces preys, ” she told the Boston Globe. “I’m trying to remove that accuse. My purpose is the fact that light at the end of the passage for the persons who experience stuck in the darkness.” Competing in the Miss America Organization parade was a dream is true for Gorman. But the #MeToo joke swept the line. “I was unwilling to stand idly by and plainly ‘let this pas, ‘” pronounces Gorman. Today, I officially resigned from the entitle of Miss Plymouth County 2018. While I’m grateful for the opportunities that @missamerica organizes for young woman, I am also internally conflicted; as the #metoo movement was mocked on theatre during the final contender of Miss Massachusetts. As both a survivor, and preach for victims rights and sexual violence on a entire, I refuse to stand idly by and plainly “let this go”. Instead, I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the heroism to speak out; and for every person who appeared liberated by the #metoo movement. I will not give ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING. #metoo #missplymouthcounty #nomore #rainn #surviveandthrive A post shared by Maude Gorman (@ maudernliving) on Jul 5, 2018 at 9:03 am PDT In an Instagram post, Gorman explained why she resigned from her Miss Plymouth County deed and soured in her treetop. “I will stand up for every individual who has ever had the gallantry to speak out, ” she wrote, “and for every person who experienced liberated by the #MeToo gesture. I will not give ANYONE to take away that empowerment and liberation, or make it anything less than what it is: AMAZING.” Joking about rape martyrs isn’t precisely tone deaf. It’s a part of the problem. In a civilized society, there are simply some subjects that are too infamous to be used as comedy food. Until “were starting” affirming the life-altering tendernes and affliction that carnal abuse survivors have to grapple with, and start considering sexual violence with the gravitas it deserves, we won’t spawn modifications to our culture and our laws that are needed to prevent such assaults from happening. Jokes that make light of sexual assault are part of the “rape culture” that spawned the #MeToo change in the first place, and it’s long past day for them to end. Educated parties don’t laugh about the Holocaust. We don’t joke about babe trafficking. And we shouldn’t laughter about sex crime casualties. It’s not funny. Period. Meet Maude Gorman. She was a Miss Massachusetts rival but drooped out of the parade this week after the emcee satirized the #metoo movement. Maude is a rape survivor. RETWEET If you patronage this strong girl. pic.twitter.com/ GjIM4ND 9b3 — Brian Krassenstein (@ krassenstein) July 9, 2018 Three claps to Maude Gorman for taking a stand and continuing to use her voice to subsidize unlawful sexual intercourse survivors — a accomplishment far more impactful than triumphing any crown. Read more: http :// www.upworthy.com/ raped-at-1 3-this-beauty-queen-walked-from-her-crown-after-an-emcee-s-me-too-joke http://dailybuzznetwork.com/index.php/2018/07/20/raped-at-13-this-beauty-queen-walked-from-her-crown-after-an-emcees-metoo-joke/

[dreizme]

#missmassachusetts @cicimaria1