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Beyond the Battle:
Empowering Survivors Gala

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The Beyond the Battle: Empowering Survivors Gala is an event organized by the Ultimate Pageant System, a pageant that celebrates all things fashion and runway, while also prioritizing giving back and making a positive impact in our communities.

The gala was created with the intention of recognizing and honoring individuals who have overcome significant challenges and emerged as survivors. It is a platform to acknowledge and celebrate the strength, resilience, and courage of those who have triumphed over various adversities.

April Rose Smith, co-owner and Executive Producer of the Ultimate Pageant System, is herself a survivor of domestic abuse. As a two-time survivor, she understands the importance of being recognized for the sheer act of surviving. Through the Beyond the Battle Gala, she aims to create a space where survivors of different experiences can come together, be honored, and receive the recognition they deserve.

The gala is open to survivors of various challenges, including domestic violence, breast cancer, sexual abuse, PCOS, lupus, child abuse, addiction recovery, homelessness, PTSD, and eating disorders. These are just a few examples, and the gala aims to recognize survivors from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

If you or someone you know would like to be recognized at the 2024 Beyond the Battle Gala, you can submit a nomination below. This is an opportunity to shine a light on the incredible strength and resilience of survivors and to inspire others who may be going through similar challenges.

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