Beauty, culture and community education came together in Dublin during the first Miss & Mrs Cross Continent pageant.
Twenty-four women from seven countries participated in the programme, which was attended by approximately 450 guests at the Church of Scientology & Community Centre.
The organisers worked with The Truth About Drugs Ireland to include an educational element alongside the pageant and cultural performances.
Participants were invited to explore educational materials explaining the risks and effects associated with drug abuse. Contestants were encouraged to prepare by studying drug-prevention materials, and a number of them completed every available online course.
In his address, Mayor Francis Timmons noted that education and positive leadership can help create healthier and more united communities.
Guests enjoyed performances representing Irish, Indian and Indonesian traditions throughout the afternoon.
At the end of the competition, Niveditha Vudayagiri was named Miss Cross Continent 2026. The other eu news ireland leading awards went to Fortunate Lindokuhle Masina and Yuki Yuliatin.
By combining cultural expression with drug education, the programme gave the traditional pageant format a wider social purpose. More information is available in the full report on the Miss & Mrs Cross Continent event in Dublin.