we believe that when women are in the room, their are no ceilings!!!

Registration

submit your application

Are you ready to be crowned?

Submit your application to begin your journey to READINESS ROYALTY!

There is a non-refundable registration fee of $200. After your application & fee are submitted, you will receive an email in regards to next steps and scheduling a video interview with a director.

Applications will not be processed without the registration fee.

are you eligible

Are you ready to be crowned?

Contestant Requirements:

To enter, you must be a full-time resident ​and student, aged 6 to 15 by 11:59 PM EST ​the day before the pageant.

Scoring and Participation:

Judged in Appearance/Personality, Talent, ​and Evening Gown categories, contestants ​also participate in two stage shows.

Application Process:

Submit the application form, photo, and text ​contestant's name to (412) 287-6816. ​Upon approval, pay the $300 registration ​fee before REA-D Academy starts.

what is rea-d academy?

Are you ready to be crowned?

Introducing R.E.A.-D. Academy: The ultimate 6-week prep for Miss R.E.A.-D. Beauty Pageant contestants. Our program sharpens public speaking, talent, and character, while building connections with influential women. With our motto "A QUEEN STAYS READY, SO SHE NEVER HAS TO GET READY!", we empower contestants to be responsible, educated, positive, and determined, preparing them for success.

Need to Know

IMPORTANT PAGEANT TIMELINE EVENTS

From REA-D Academy to pageant day, contestants undergo transformative preparation, culminating in a showcase of their talents and growth.

6 week rea-d academy

contestant photo shoot

bonding event

pageant day

let’s get you crowned!

About Us

Our Mission:

The Miss R.E.A.-D. Scholarship Pageant, started in 2023, is a platform for young ladies to showcase their talents and embody the ​qualities of Responsible, Education, Attitude, and Determination (REA-D), essential for women's leadership from youth to ​adulthood. Founded by Diamond Gorman, a former pageant contestant dedicated to empowering women in the construction ​industry, our pageant fosters confidence and stage presence while promoting healthy competition.

To expand our reach beyond the initial events held in Hampton Roads, we are excited to announce that we will be taking the ​pageant to different places across the United States. With the aim of addressing the need for confidence-building beyond ​conventional activities, Gorman initiated the REA-D Academy, a 6-week workshop program that enlists college students from ​Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and accomplished women from various communities to prepare participants ​for the pageant day.

The annual event features various competitive phases for two age divisions: Little Miss R.E.A.-D. and Miss R.E.A.-D. Winners are ​awarded a $500 scholarship and a year-long reign as queen or princess.

Emphasizing the motto "A queen stays ready, so she doesn't have to get ready!", Gorman stresses the significance of ​preparation and empowerment. Through REA-D Academy, participants undergo extensive training to enhance performance skills, ​public speaking, and overall confidence.

The pageant experience transcends the stage, providing mentorship from influential women across communities. Gorman ​believes the journey of self-discovery and growth is paramount, valuing bonds forged among participants.

Orientation for REA-D Academy prepares participants for the pageant, ensuring they are equipped to shine on the big day.

Let’s stay connected

@READFOUNDATION4U

Contact me

LET’S GET YOUR PRINCESS READY FOR THE CROWN!

emaIl:

diamond@rea-demployment.com

Phone:

412-287-6816

Instagram:

@missdivadiamond