According to CEO Sherry Strother, Ms. Senior World was created to celebrate the beauty, grace and achievements of women over 50. The organization, she adds, is about more than pageantry; it’s a global movement that lets senior women shine, inspire and connect.
“Our mission is to break stereotypes surrounding age, uplift women’s voices and provide a platform for confidence, sisterhood and purpose,” Strother says.
Here, she shares more about how Ms. Senior World lets women showcase their talents, share their stories and prove that beauty and influence have no age limit.
HOW AND WHY WAS MS. SENIOR WORLD CREATED? HOW HAS IT GROWN?
“Ms. Senior World was born from a passion to create a positive, empowering space for senior women. Seeing a gap in representation for women over 50, I envisioned a pageant that not only celebrates beauty, but also wisdom, resilience and community impact.
Since its inception, Ms. Senior World has grown into an international platform, attracting delegates from across the U.S. and around the world. What started as a competition has evolved into a sisterhood that empowers and inspires through pageantry, philanthropy and personal growth.”
HOW MANY MEMBERS DOES YOUR ORGANIZATION HAVE? WHO ARE YOUR TYPICAL MEMBERS?
“Ms. Senior World operates with a dedicated team of 14 staff members and a rotating network of delegates, ambassadors and volunteers who help drive our mission forward.
Our participants are women aged 50 to 79 from diverse backgrounds who share a passion for community service, personal growth and challenging the narrative about aging. This is not just a competition; it’s a movement that welcomes every woman who wants to step into her power and inspire others.”
WHAT’S NEW AND EXCITING WITH YOUR ORGANIZATION?
“We are excited to announce the launch of our Ms. Senior World Cares, a philanthropic expansion of Ms. Senior World focused on giving back to the communities we serve. This initiative allows our delegates and titleholders to lead charitable efforts for veterans, underserved communities and senior advocacy programs.
Additionally, our biggest event of the year, the Ms. Senior World Pageant, takes place Nov. 11-15, in Biloxi. This highly anticipated week is filled with empowerment, elegance and celebration, culminating in the crowning of our new Ms. Senior World Queens in the 50s, 60s, and 70s categories.”
HOW IS YOUR ORGANIZATION HAVING A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY?
“Through our delegates and alumni, we have seen countless acts of community service, mentorship and advocacy.
With Ms. Senior World Cares, we are:
- Supporting veterans by providing resources and recognition.
- Empowering underserved communities through mentorship and outreach.
- Championing senior advocacy by giving women a platform to share their wisdom and leadership.
Our delegates don’t just compete; they inspire action, uplift others and create lasting change. Delegates spend the months before the pageant engaged in their communities, using their platforms to champion causes close to their hearts — whether it’s advocating for senior wellness, supporting veterans, mentoring younger generations or leading philanthropic initiatives. Their impact doesn’t stop after pageant week; as titleholders and ambassadors, they continue to serve, inspire and uplift others.”
HOW DOES YOUR ORGANIZATION EMPOWER OR SERVE WOMEN?
“Ms. Senior World is a powerful experience that helps women reclaim their confidence, form lifelong friendships and amplify their voices. We serve and empower senior women by boosting confidence, creating a global sisterhood and providing a platform. Many delegates share that this experience reignites their self-esteem, style and presence. Women from all over the world unite, forming unbreakable bonds and lifelong friendships. Delegates share their personal missions, causes and community work, bringing attention to important issues.
Unlike traditional pageants, we do not have a talent category because we believe that every woman has already proven her talent through the life she has built and the impact she has made.”
WHAT HAS BEEN THE GREATEST THING YOU HAVE LEARNED OR GAINED PERSONALLY FROM MS. SENIOR WORLD?
“The greatest thing I’ve gained is witnessing the transformative power of community and sisterhood. I always knew that women over 50 were extraordinary, but seeing them come together — lifting each other up, forming lifelong friendships and stepping into new levels of confidence — has been inspiring.
This pageant is more than a competition; it’s a catalyst for personal growth, and I am honored to watch women rediscover their strength, purpose and joy. Ms. Senior World has reaffirmed that women over 50 are just getting started, and with the right platform, they can leave an extraordinary legacy.”
WHAT ARE MS. SENIOR WORLD’S GOALS OR HOPES GOING FORWARD?
“Our biggest goal is to expand Ms. Senior World’s reach and impact. We want to increase global participation, bring in more women from diverse backgrounds, strengthen our philanthropic efforts, amplify our voice in media so that more women know they have a space here and host larger, more immersive events. Ms. Senior World isn’t slowing down; it’s growing into a force that will continue to change lives.”
Ms. Senior World isn’t slowing down; it’s growing into a force that will continue to change lives.”
WHAT DOES YOUR ORGANIZATION DO WELL, AND WHAT IS IT SEEKING TO IMPROVE?
“We have created a life-changing experience for women over 50 that fosters an inclusive and supportive community that provides a global platform for women to be seen and celebrated.
We are growing in the areas of awareness, as many women still don’t know Ms. Senior World exists! We look to expand our impact on larger-scale community projects and to bring in more partners who share our goal of aiming to create more opportunities for delegates and titleholders.”
WHAT ELSE SHOULD OUR AUDIENCE KNOW ABOUT MS. SENIOR WORLD?
“Whether a woman has been a pageant queen before or is a first-timer stepping into the spotlight, Ms. Senior World welcomes her. Applications are open now for the 2025 pageant. If you or someone you know deserves to be celebrated, make new friendships and create a legacy, now is the time! Join us and become part of something extraordinary! Visit seniorworldpageants.com to learn more, offer support and apply.”