Share your voice
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Tell your story
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Advocate for others
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Challenge perceptions
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Be a part of our sisterhood!
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Share your voice 〰️ Tell your story 〰️ Advocate for others 〰️ Challenge perceptions 〰️ Be a part of our sisterhood! 〰️
Ms. Wheelchair Kansas, Inc.
Ms. Wheelchair Kansas, Inc. annually selects an adult and youth titleholder, who are wheelchair mobile, that successfully advocate, educate, and empower all people on a state level.
This organization provides opportunities for women and young girls who are wheelchair mobile to be recognized, celebrated, and have their voices amplified! Ms. Wheelchair Kansas, Inc. is a leadership and empowerment organization. It is not centered on a beauty contest, but rather a competition that emphasizes the inner beauty, strength, and passion of those who participate. The organization is much more than just a competition. It starts with a competition, but then builds throughout the year as our titleholders work to educate people in Kansas and break down stereotypes. Ms. Wheelchair Kansas, Inc. is made up of two programs: the Ms. program and the Little Miss program. With varying ages involved, it provides the perfect opportunity for mentorship as well. Ms. Wheelchair Kansas, Inc. is a sisterhood, a platform, and a tool for empowerment and leadership!
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New Ms. Wheelchair Kansas and Little Miss Wheelchair Kansas Crowned!
The 2024 Ms. Wheelchair Kansas (MWKS) was recently crowned during a weekend ceremony held March 24, 2024, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Lawrence, Kan. Tamara Blackwell of Bel Aire received her crown after participating in four judging sessions, as well as many other activities, throughout the three-day event held March 22-24. The weekend concluded with a formal crowning, where Tamara was chosen as the new titleholder and fellow contestant Bridget King, of Topeka, was chosen as the runner-up. The ninth Little Miss Wheelchair Kansas was announced at the ceremony as well. Josie Metzinger of Geuda Springs will work alongside Tamara in the coming year to empower Kansans with her title
Ms. Wheelchair Kansas 2024
Selected at 19th Annual Crowning Ceremony
Tamara Blackwell
Tamara Blackwell of Bel Aire received her crown after participating in four judging sessions, as well as many other activities, throughout the three-day Ms. Wheelchair Kansas event. Tamara will share her platform in the coming year, “Advocacy for the Community,” which emphasizes the importance of accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of life. Tamara will also ultimately represent Kansas in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition, held in Grand Rapids, MI in August.
Little Miss Wheelchair Kansas 2024
Selected at 19th Annual Crowning Ceremony
Josie Metzinger
The 9th Little Miss Wheelchair Kansas was announced at this year's crowning ceremony. Josie Metzinger of Geuda Springs was selected as the new Little Miss! Josie is an advocate for inclusivity and has the ability to spread joy with her infectious smile. She is an 11-year-old fifth grader who attends school at South Haven Elementary.
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