Nadeen Ayoub Debuts Representing Palestine at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand

Nadeen Ayoub will make history as the first representative of Palestine at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand, marking a significant milestone amid ongoing global attention on the region. While Ayoub, who was born in the U.S., raised in Canada, and lives in Dubai, is listed as the founder of the newly established Miss Palestine Organization, no official national pageant appears to have been held, and details about the selection process remain unclear. Ayoub, a wellness coach with degrees in literature and psychology, has positioned her role as a platform to advocate for Palestinians, especially women and children, emphasizing the responsibility to speak out about the conflict in Gaza. The Miss Universe Organization has confirmed her participation and highlighted her as an advocate reflecting diversity and empowerment, despite some controversy and confusion surrounding her appointment. Ayoub previously represented Palestine at Miss Earth 2022 and postponed her initial Miss Universe plans following the October 2023 terror attacks. Her journey also includes philanthropic work supporting Palestinian women through initiatives like Sayidat Falasteen, illustrating her broader commitment beyond pageantry.