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| FAQ Q: What is a FAQ? Q: How do I qualify to enter the Florida Latina Program? A: To qualify to enter the Florida Latina or Teen Florida Latina you must meet the criteria set forth in the Eligibility section of this website. If you meet all of these qualifications, we invite you to enter. Are you only looking for perfect “10’s”? Absolutely not! Whether you’re 4 foot tall or 7 foot tall it doesn’t matter. We’re looking for outgoing, intelligent, confident, attractive young women excited to represent the beauty of Florida, Latino culture and their individual countries of heritage.
Q: Must delegates be US citizens in order to participate?
A: No. The competition is open to any legal resident of the USA who meets all of the other eligibility requirements for participation.
Q: How should I prepare for the interview or casting call?
A: Dress to impress. Be prepared with something interesting to say, like why do you want to be the next Florida Latina Icon, interesting facts about yourself and why should you be chosen as a contestant for this pageant. You will be evaluate according to style, presence and charm, and most importantly if you have the qualities and desire to become the next Florida Latina.
A: No. Each year we accept a limited number of participants. After you have undergone the interview process and you are indeed accepted to participate, we ask that you rsvp in 14 days so we can hold your place. A: No. Our team of experts provides contestant a series of free training seminars well before the event begins, in order to teach new contestants and help experienced contestants brush up on their skills. We go over personal development & improving self-esteem, interview skills, career development, runway techniques, wardrobe essentials, exercise & nutrition, how to market yourself as a model and more. Through these workshops all contestants will know what to expect and will be equally prepared for the State Competition. Some contestants have a lot of experience and some have none at all. Some of our past titleholders won on their first try, and others entered many times before winning the crown.
Q: How does this program differ from Pageants? A: The Florida Latina Program is THE premier event for Latina's in the state of Florida. It is the only Latina event, that is a Leadership and Development seminar for Latinas in the US, who want to excell in pageantry, and in their professional and personal lives. In the Florida Latina Program we empower young Latina women to achieve their personal and professional goals, while providing a forum in which to express their opinions, talent and intelligence. Participating in the Florida Latina Program prepares you for a career and provides an opportunity to gain additional life experience, working on issues of importance to society, enhancing your personal and professional skills and developing your performance-related and other talents. Our team of directors is composed of dynamic, enthusiastic, experienced and professional individuals who have a track record of ethical standards and success. The Florida Latina Program is the only Latina event in Florida that has been recognized by Hon. Governor Charlie Crist, Hon. Mayor Richard Crotty, and Hon. Mayor Buddy Dyer, as an organization that recognizes current achievements of Latinas while building self-esteem among our young women. We are the only Latina event in Florida where contestants have the opportunity to meet with their mayors in order to discuss issues of importance to them.
Q: How are participants evaluated? A: Evaluation takes place during the final show night. Height and weight is not a factor but it should be proportionate to your body frame. Previous pageant or modeling experience is not necessary, all contestants receive professional pageant training and guidance by our team of pageant experts who have more than 30 years of experience in pageantry. For more informatino visit our Pageant Tips page.
Q: Since this is a Latina Event, do I have to speak Spanish? A: Our Organization understands that most contestants were either born or raised in the US, so English may be their first language. Therefore, language should not be of a concern to you. In the pageant you can speak English or Spanish, whichever is most comfortable for you. Personal interviews with judges will be conducted in the language you feel most comfortable speaking.
Q: What clothing will I be expected to have?
Q: Is it costly to participate in the program? A: No. There is no registration fee. Our goal is for contestants to donate to the Florida Latina scholarship fund. In addition, hard working contestants receive material item sponsorships, such as a dress, tanning, a haircut, etc.
Q: Do I have time for a this program?
A: ABSOLUTELY. How it happens is by weaving the basics of what you learn into your life little by little by doing something every day until this becomes a habit. There's a great quote – that says “the harder I work, the luckier I get”. Focus on doing something every day, every week and every year to build your skills to get you closer to the crown. Practice the different areas of the seminars every week. You can go over your bathing suit or evening gown walk, go to the gym, or even record yourself reading motivational books or your Seminar notes. Block your calendar ahead of time. Really shoot to fill in those empty spots. If you're working full time, you've go to know when you're available for those open dates when you can work on your skills. You will feel good when you've made a huge difference in your life. Many people will use the excuse, I can't do it. I can't do it because of other obligations. No one has had a fuller plate than our staff members, yet they have been able to do it. We believe in you!
Q: What prizes do the winners receive?
A: Each Titleholder is awarded prizes from the event's official sponsors, including an all expense paid trip to a National Competition. The best overall score in Florida Latina automatically advances to the next round, representing the entire state of Florida and her country of heritage.
Q: If I win the overall score, will it interfere with school or work?
A: NO! Our program only encourages your success! All of our contestants go to school, have a job or both. Almost all of your appearances, celebrity events, and charity work will take place during the weekend and will be scheduled in advance.
Q: If I'm a runner-up at the Florida Latina event, can I attend nationals?
A: Yes. As a runner-up you automatically become a qualified to participate in the other events.
Q: What happens if I don't have the best overall score? A: If you don't have the best overall score it's not the end of the world. The Florida Latina Program is the only event in Florida that allows all of its contestants to become part of an exclusive talent catalog distributed to numerous agencies, studios and other companies; thus providing an opportunity for all contestants to succeed. As a participant you become part of a talent bank where we sent you information on Casting Calls and other opportunities in your area. PLUS, we help you build your career through resume assessment, interview techniques and other career related opportunities. Former candidates become an integral part of the Florida Latina Organization as volunteers for the organization in an area related to their career aspiration or talent. This way we will provide a platform where former local titleholders can gain experience in their career fields or can showcase their performing talents. No other pageant brings you this much.
Q: I applied last year, but I was not able to participate. Can I apply again this year? A:Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements, you can apply as many times as you wish.
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