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Welcome to the Survey

Please note that this is an anonymous survey.
We do not declare publicly who participates.

Which of the following best describes your role in pageantry?
Which Pageant Divisions have you participated in Past or Present? (Select all that apply)
In which continent are you located/competing in?
North America
South America
Asia
Europe
Africa
Oceania
How many pageants have you competed in?
0 (First time contestant)
1-2
3-5
6-10
10+
How many years have you been involved in pageantry? (as a contestant or otherwise)
Less than a year
1-3 years
4-6 years
7-10 years
10 + years
What is the highest title or placement you've achieved?
Did not place
Finalist
Top 5 / Runner-up
Local / Regional Titleholder
State Titleholder
National Titleholder
International Titleholder
Are you currently preparing for a pageant?
Yes
No
Considering it in the future
How would you rate your overall experience in your most recent pageant?
Very Poor - Felt disappointed or let down
Poor - Had more negitive experiences than positive experiences
Neutral - Balanced mix of good and bad
Good - Mostly positive with some minor issues
Excellent - Exceeded my expectations in every way
What are your top THREE priorities when entering a pageant? (Select up to 3)
How did you first hear about the first pageant you entered?
Social media
Word of mouth / Friend
Past contestant or titleholder
Advertising
Other (please specify)
How important is the pageant system's mission or platform to your decision when entering?
Not important
Somewhat important
Very important
Essential
Would you prefer a pageant that supports?
One specific cause for all contestants to promote
Allowing each contestant to choose their own cause/platform/charity
What is the highest pageant registration fee you have paid?
Under $200
$200 - $499
$500 - $999
$1,000 - $2,999
$2,000 +
When considering a pageant, what registration fee range feels reasonable for the value you expect to recieve? (for a national pageant level)
Under $200
$200 - $499
$500 - $999
$1,000 - $1,999
$2,000 +
Do you prefer pageants to offer payment plans or pay upfront?
Yes - it makes participation more accessible
No - I prefer to pay upfront
What factors make a higher registration fee worth paying? (select all that apply)
Besides registration fees, what is your preferable total spending amount you are willing to pay for a pageant?
Under $1,000
$1,000 - $2,999
$3,000 - $5,999
$6,000 - $9,999
$10,000 +
Do you feel most pageants are transparent about where registration fees go?
Yes - they are very clear
Sometimes - it depends on the organisation
No - it is often unclear
Do you prefer the organisation to tell you where the registration fees go?
Yes - I would like to know
No - it doesn't bother me
Depends on how high the registration fee is
On a national level, which would you prefer?
To win the opportunity to compete internationally
A prize package focusing on your national reign without the need to compete internationally (Could include international travel)
How important is the prize package in your decision to enter a pageant?
Not important - I'm focused on the experience itself
Somewhat important - it's a nice bonus but not a deciding factor
Very important - it influences whether I enter
Essential - I would not enter without a strong prize package
Do you value short-term prizes (immediate gifts) or long- term oppurtunities (career, business, reign support)?
Short - term prizes
Long - term opportunities
A balance mix of both
How important is it that prizes are relevant to your goals as a titleholder?
Not important
Somewhat important
Very important
Essential
If the pageant has the opportunity to compete internationally, do you expect that all expenses including travel are included in the prize package?
Yes - I expect all expenses to be included
No - I'm willing to pay for travel expenses if needed
What is your ideal length for a pageant competition week?
1 - 2 days
3 - 4 days
5 - 6 days
1 full week or more
How important is it for the schedule to include downtime/rest periods between activities?
Not important - I like it packed with many events and activities
Important - I like events spaced out with little downtime in between
Which rounds of competition do you like to compete in? (select all that apply)
Would you prefer a competition that doesn't include a swimwear round?
Would you like optional non - scored activities included in the week?
Yes - adds to the experience
No - I prefer only judges events
No preference
Which activities would you like to see included during a pageant week? (Select all that apply)
What workshop topics wound you find most valuable during pageant week? (Select all that apply)
How important is it to feel supported by the pageant organisation before, during and after the competition?
Not important
Somewhat important
Very important
Essential
How would you rate the level of support you've received from past pageant directors or organisers
Excellent
Good
Average
Poor
What forms of support do you value most from the pageant organisation/directors? (select all that apply)
How important is mentorship from directors or past titleholders to your pageant journey?
Not important
Somewhat important
Very important
Essential
As a national titleholder. How important is a strong, ongoing relationship with your director during your reign?
Not important
Somewhat important
Important
Essential
How often do you believe directors should checkin with titleholders during their reign?
Weekly
Monthly
Every few months
Only when necessary
Do you believe that directors and organisations should fully control every aspect of a titleholders reign?
Yes
No
What type of support do you most value from a director as a titleholder? (select all that apply)
Have you ever experienced a disconnect or lack of support from a director during your reign?
Yes
No
How would you describe the level of camaraderie and sisterhood you expect among contestants?
Not important - I focus on my own journey
Somewhat important - nice when it happens
Very important - a major part of the experience
Essential - I want strong bonds with other contestants
How would you rate the level of camaraderie and sisterhood you have experienced during previous pageant?
Excellet
Ok
Poor
Very poor
Have you ever experienced negative behaviour from other contestants?
Yes
No
Have you felt the camaraderie and sisterhood continue from the pageant after your reign has ended
Yes
Somewhat
Not at all
Have you ever felt uncomfortable to report a negative experience to the director or organisation?
Yes
No
Which of the following caused you the most difficulty (choose all that apply)
Which of the following did you enjoy the most? (select all that apply)
Did you feel that your journey as a finalist improved your confidence and self esteem?
Yes
No
Somewhat
Did you make long lasting friendships and professional connections?
Yes
No
Do you feel the pageant journey gave you valuable opportunities beyond the stage?
Yes
No
Looking back, would you say the positive outweigh the negatives and difficulties in your journey?
Yes
No
Has your overall experience in the pageant industry been positive or negative?
Positive
Negative
Have you followed our instagram page to see how your voice have shaped the results of this survey?
Yes
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