Miss Nebraska Latina
CURRENT QUEEN
MELENY MEJIA
Miss Nebraska Latina
Meleny Mejia represents Nebraska with cultural pride, confidence, and a commitment to using her voice with purpose. Her reign celebrates meaningful representation, community connection, and the power of young Latinas who recognize the value of their own stories.
STATE DIRECTOR
RITA RODRIGUEZ
Rita Rodriguez leads Miss Nebraska Latina with a clear vision for candidate development, cultural pride, professional preparation, and meaningful community impact. Her direction creates a thoughtful experience where every participant is encouraged to strengthen her voice, presence, and sense of purpose.
ABOUT THE PAGEANT
MORE THAN A MODEL. A ROLE MODEL.
Miss Nebraska Latina is the state platform for Latina women and teens ready to celebrate their heritage, develop their voice, and represent Nebraska with confidence and intention. The program combines pageant preparation with communication, leadership, personal presentation, and community connection.
Entry Requirements
Requirements for At-Large Nationals Participation
Age
20–26 years of age.
Heritage & Residency
Be of Latin American or Iberian origin by birth or ancestry and residing in Nebraska.
Eligibility
Be single, never been married nor given birth to a child.
Presentation
Have an attractive appearance and personality, with weight proportional to height, and a respectable reputation.
Travel Readiness
Be able to travel abroad if chosen national winner and have or be able to obtain the necessary documents for traveling outside of the US to compete in the world finals in Latin America.
QUEENS OF MISS NEBRASKA LATINA
THE LEGACY
Meet the women who have carried the crown with cultural pride, leadership, service, and purpose.
2018
DUSTY RODRIGUEZ
2019
BEATRIZ DUENAS
2020
DAYANA SIFONTES
CURRENT
MELENY MEJIA
2027
COMING SOON
COMMUNITY & CREATIVE PARTNERS
OUR SPONSORS.
The partners who help make confidence, opportunity, and meaningful experiences possible.