INTERVIEW with Jamila Usman || Miss World Australia Preliminary Finalist 2024

Above: Photo by Annika Jonsson

SD: Hi Jamila. Can you introduce yourself to my readers who don’t know you yet?

JU: Hello everyone! I’m Jamila Usman, an entrepreneur and beauty enthusiast owner of Jamila Haircare. I was recently a Preliminary Finalist for Miss World Australia 2024.

SD: You’re a Miss World Australia Preliminary Finalist 2024. Can you tell us more about it?

JU: Being a Preliminary Finalist was an amazing experience. It allowed me to connect with inspiring women from my state and showcase my passion for beauty and philanthropy.

SD: How did you become interested in pageants?

JU: I was drawn to pageants because they combine beauty, talent, and community service. They offer a platform to voice passions and advocate for meaningful causes.

SD: What’s in your makeup bag right now?

JU: In my makeup bag, I have the NARS Radiant Foundation, a Jamila brush for my wig, a lip liner, lipsticks from NARS and MAC, and Too Faced Lip Injection Plumping Lip Gloss.

SD: What is your vision of success?

JU: Success, to me, is achieving a balance between personal fulfillment, professional growth, and giving back to the community.

SD: If you could give one piece of advice to your 14-year-old self, what would it be?

JU: Believe in your dreams and never underestimate your potential. Stay true to yourself and work hard. Life gets better.

SD: Who are you most inspired by in the Pageant World and why?

JU: Jennifer Hosten inspires me the most. She used her Miss World platform to make significant contributions and has been a trailblazer for women of color in pageantry.

SD: How have beauty pageants impacted your life and your career?

JU: Beauty pageants have boosted my confidence, improved my public speaking skills, and expanded my network. They’ve also helped me advocate for causes I’m passionate about like helping the youth.

SD: What is your best beauty secret?

JU: My best beauty secret is focusing on inner beauty with meditation and health—drink plenty of water, maintain a balanced diet, and have a good skincare routine.

Miss World Australia:
Website: https://www.missworldaustralia.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missworldaustraliaofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missworldaustralia/

Jamila’s Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjamilausman/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamilahaircare/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopjamilaboutique/
Miss World Fundraising Page: https://miss-world-australia-2024.raisely.com/jamila-usman

Above: Photo by Annika Jonsson