Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe is an annual competition celebrating the beauty, talent, and culture of Cape Verdeans living across Europe. The event highlights the importance of cultural pride, philanthropy, and social responsibility while raising awareness for charitable causes in Cape Verde.

To participate, visit the "Become candidate" section of our website and fill out the application form. Applicants must be of Cape Verdean descent, between the ages of 18 and 29, and currently residing in Europe. Additional details regarding selection criteria and competition rules will be provided during the application process.

Participants must:

Be of Cape Verdean descent.
Be residents of Europe
Be between the ages of 18 and 28.(Miss Candidates)
Be of 1 m68 (minimum height)
Be between the ages of 18 and 29.(Mister Candidates)
Be of 1m70. (Minimum Height)
Demonstrate a passion for Cape Verdean culture, humanitarian work, and social impact.

The competition aims to:

Showcase the beauty, talent, and cultural pride of Cape Verdeans.

Raise funds for philanthropic causes in Cape Verde.

Empower young Cape Verdeans by promoting leadership and social responsibility.

For 2025, we are raising funds to provide two ambulances—one for the island São Vicente and another for island Santiago. These ambulances will be crucial in providing medical assistance and emergency services to underserved areas in Cape Verde. We are also proud to support the Fondation Garath, an organisation making a significant impact in Cape Verdean communities.

You can support our cause by visiting the Donation section of our website. Every contribution helps us bring essential medical services to the people of Cape Verde, saving lives and improving healthcare infrastructure.

The next edition of Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe will be held in (details coming soon). Stay tuned to our Events page for updates on the venue, ticket sales, and other event details.

Winners are selected based on their performance in several categories, including:

Cultural representation

Public speaking

Humanitarian project involvement

Talent

A panel of judges will evaluate each participant based on these criteria.

Winners of the Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe competition will:

Receive the title of Miss or Mister Cabo Verde Europe.

Serve as ambassadors for Cape Verdean culture and philanthropic initiatives.

Participate in charitable activities and gain opportunities to collaborate with key figures and organisations across Europe and Cape Verde.

If you're interested in sponsoring the Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe event, please visit the Become Partner section for details on partnership opportunities and benefits. Your support will help amplify our efforts in bringing positive change to Cape Verdean communities.

All funds raised through donations and sponsorships go directly towards our annual philanthropic initiatives. For 2025, we are focussing on purchasing ambulances for the islands of São Vicente and Santiago and supporting Fondation Garath in their efforts to improve healthcare and community development in Cape Verde.

Yes! We welcome volunteers to help with event coordination, logistics, and fundraising. If you’d like to join our team, please visit the "Work with us" page and submit your application.

Businesses can support Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe by becoming sponsors or donating products and services. Sponsorship packages offer various benefits, including branding opportunities and exposure to a European-wide audience.
Visit our "Work with us" page for more information.

After the initial application, shortlisted candidates will go through an interview and selection process to evaluate their suitability for the competition. Candidates are assessed on cultural representation, charisma, leadership potential, and their alignment with the competition’s values of philanthropy and community engagement.

In 2024, our competition helped fund the construction of a nursing school in Cape Verde in collaboration with Chirurgie Solidaire. Each year, we choose a new cause that focusses on healthcare, education, or community development in Cape Verde, ensuring our efforts have lasting, sustainable impact.

Our competition not only celebrates beauty but also promotes cultural heritage and social responsibility. Each contestant is encouraged to participate in charitable activities, and our winners serve as ambassadors for Cape Verdean causes and initiatives across Europe and Cape Verde.

Absolutely! Tickets for the Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe 2025 event can be purchased via our "Book now" page. You can also stay updated on the event schedule, location, and other important details on the website.

We prioritise cultural pride, community engagement, and philanthropic. Our goal is to empower young Cape Verdeans to take pride in their heritage while using their platform to bring positive change to their communities.

Judges for the competition are chosen based on their expertise in fields such as culture, fashion, philanthropy, and public speaking. Each judge brings a unique perspective to ensure a fair and well-rounded evaluation of contestants.

There are no participation fees for contestants. However, each participant is responsible for their personal expenses, including travel and attire for the competition. We offer guidance and support to help contestants with preparations.

You can help promote the event by sharing our mission and cause on social media or organising local fundraisers. We also offer promotional materials and partner opportunities for individuals and organisations that want to support the event.

Yes, even if you cannot attend the event, you can still make a difference by donating to the cause via our "Donations" page. Every contribution counts towards helping us achieve our philanthropic goals.

In addition to the judges’ evaluations, we may offer a public voting component, allowing fans and supporters to vote for their favourite contestants online. Stay tuned for updates on how to participate in the voting process.

After the competition, Miss & Mister Cabo Verde Europe winners take on roles as cultural ambassadors. They participate in charitable projects, media appearances, and community events to raise awareness and contribute to the causes we support.

Yes, many of our contestants continue to engage with the event and its philanthropic efforts after the competition. They often become advocates for Cape Verdean culture, mentors for future participants, or volunteers for our causes.

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