Crowned as Miss Hawaii U.S. International 2025 & 2026, Ava Burke is a classically trained vocalist and dedicated cultural advocate with deep ties to both Seattle and Hawai‘i. Her experiences in opera, language immersion, and global studies drive her ambition to utilize the arts as a powerful tool for cultural exchange.
Focused on advancing SDG #10: Reduced Inequalities, Ava is actively creating a scholarship program aimed at uplifting local artists and giving visibility to underrepresented voices, fostering a more inclusive artistic community.
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Maya pours herself into community service and at 18 years old, had created a Program to address Gender Equality by uplifting future generations of Indigenous women through financial, mental and cultural wellness. She is committed to leading with intention across the world. With dreams of becoming a lawyer, she’s tomorrow’s voice for justice and positive action for women!
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Passionate, driven, and dedicated to making a positive impact, Melody Higa is committed to empowering others and promoting the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals within her community. With a heart full of ambition and a vision for change, she’s ready to shine on and off the stage.
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Makaʻala Perry, born and raised on the island of Oʻahu, is passionate about preserving the arts and perpetuating Hawaiian culture. She is a flight attendant for Hawaiian Airlines and the owner of a dessert shop, Sunbeams Creamery, located in Wahiawa. She is also a singer, musician, and hula dancer for hālau hula, Ke Kai O Kahiki. She competed in the 2021 Miss Aloha Hula competition and received third place as well as the ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Award. She performs regularly doing seasonal shows at the Four Seasons Ko Olina and Halekulani’s House Without A Key. She has traveled to places such as Japan, Canada, and Taiwan sharing her love of music and hula. She hopes to inspire others to follow their passions in life and make a positive impact on our communities.
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