Ruth Tewodros carried the flag for Ethiopia at the 2024 Miss Earth competition in Manila, Philippines, on November 9. In her day-to-day life Ruth Tewodros is a 24-year-old Civil and Environmental Engineer working for an international construction company. She has worked on projects like the Riverside Green Development and wastewater treatment systems. Ruth has always been passionate about serving others and is active in community service. Eager to contribute to Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative, Ruth viewed her participation in the Miss Earth competition as a stepping stone toward broader environmental engagement.
Miss Earth, founded in 2001 by Carousel Productions, is an international beauty pageant with a focus on environmental advocacy. It gathers contestants from across the globe, asking them to champion environmental projects, sustainable living, and education. It’s not just about beauty or talent; participants must demonstrate a deep commitment to environmental protection. The pageant includes a range of activities—from tree-planting ceremonies to environmental awareness seminars—alongside presentations and interviews that test the contestants’ understanding of global ecological issues.
This year’s Miss Earth pageant had the theme of “Heritage”; Ruth represented Ethiopia on the world stage as an ambassador for environmental campaigns and advocacy. Ethiopia first participated in Miss Earth in 2001, with Nardos Tiluhan as the initial titleholder, though she was later replaced by Muna Kidane-Mariam. In 2003, Yodit Getahun represented Ethiopia, earning the Miss Friendship special award.
Ruth’s journey to the Miss Earth stage is more than beauty and poise. It’s a mission rooted in advocacy, education, and environmental responsibility. Through determination and preparation, she aspired to inspire others and show that a clear vision, backed by hard work, can lead to success on the world stage.
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