One of the Big 4 pageants for the year 2015, concluded on November 4’ 2015. Edymar Martinez from Venezuela was crowned as the winner at the coronation night. There were a total of 70 contestants who competed for the coveted crown and the prestigious title of Miss International. The finale started off with the National Costume Competition, followed by the swimsuit and the evening gown round. After the two crucial rounds, the Top 10 finalists of Miss International 2015 were announced - Brazil, Honduras, Kenya, Mexico, Philippines, Thailand, UK, USA, Venezuela and Vietnam. The Top 10 then further gave a speech about what they would do if they were crowned Miss International. Based on their speech, the winner and the runners-up for the night were declared. Below is the transcript of the speech delivered by the Top 10 finalists. Take a look...

Isis Stocco Miss Brazil - “I learned so many things from the Japanese people because they are humble, they are kind and the most important thing, they respect others and for them there is no difference in who we are and where we come from. They just treat us like equal. With we being living in a selfish world, people care more for what they have and they just want to show what they have instead of sharing and helping people. As Miss International, I want to spread the message that it doesn’t matter what is the colour of your skin, what language you speak, it doesn’t matter what God you believe, we are all the same. It’s my dream to see the whole world respecting others, but I cannot dream just by myself because a dream you dream alone is gonna be just a dream, but a dream we all dream together can create a reality.”

Jennifer Valle Miss Honduras - “We all have many opportunities in life that can lead us to accomplish our dreams. But sometimes we have to make important decisions, decisions that can help us to become who we really are, become the Miss International 2015. It’s an opportunity for me to learn, to teach and to give back, and it is also my decision, it will be part of it to work, to give myself to the people in need. In need of something, of someone, that can open my heart to listen to the struggles they are going through. As a medical student, I listen, and as I also have learnt here in Japan, because I believe that in the way we listen we are showing respect. The way we respect, we are showing that we care, and if we care, we can help and understand each other to make positive changes.”

Eunice Onyango Miss Kenya - “First of all I want to thank Japan and Miss International Organisation for creating such a platform for us to be able to unite and to come exchange different cultures, and to know about each other. Thank you so much... The Miss International crown and the title has given me a bigger platform to keep talking about my project of creating awareness about terror victims, and the neglected victims who are traumatized, after the different terror attacks that they go through. Terror is a big thing and it’s affecting the whole world. Different victims are there and people often don’t care about them. We are so involved with ourselves. We need to get people to talk to the world. And make them realize about the victims, who need their help. Most of the victims are traumatized. They can’t even go on with their lives because most of them lose their eyes, their legs, and they have to depend on the territory and organisations. With the Miss International platform and the crown, I will involve all the contestants to spread the gospel about the world terror victims, worldwide and globally.”

Lorena Sevilla Miss Mexico - “Something I learn throughout my life is that the biggest battles are given to the warriors. Four years ago I suffered a severe car accident, just one of the many accidents that happens every year. Even though I struggled to recover, I managed to gain my inner peace and strength, right from my dream and my well being. But if someone would have told me at my bed that I was gonna be here with all of you today, I would have thought it is something totally impossible, but here I am. And I know that there are a lot of people out there who could identify themselves with my situation. I wanna let them know and set an example that if you want something with all your heart you must pursue it no matter what and with the help of Miss International I want to become a warrior of hope, goodwill and be able to share this message, not only in Mexico but all around the world.”

Janicel Lubina Miss Philippines - “Representing my Country here in Miss International is a great honour. A simple woman who comes from a poor family, my dream is to have a better life for my family motivate me to never give up. At a young age, I have to work at the rice field to help my parents while taking care of my brothers. Life is full of challenges and hardship but I never stop dreaming in working hard to achieve my goals in life. I want to be an inspiration to young people that nothing is impossible. If I become Miss International I would like to share my story to the world that poverty is not a hindrance. It is to achieve and success in life.”

Sasi Sintawee Miss Thailand - “Your triumph would be meaningless if you don’t start and … so my first mission if I was crowned Miss International would be to help…. (some problems and victims) in Thailand. Of course I can’t stop these problems, but I can pass my love and encourage them to be strong. And solve our problem together. The dream of tomorrow will not happen if you don’t do it now. And today, I already do it now on behalf of Miss International 2015.”

Sophie Loudon Miss United Kingdom - “If I was Miss International 2015, I would use it to create avenues….help beauty. Beauty is seen on the eyesight. However, the real beauty is only in the inside. I would use this title to empower woman from over the world to be best version of them, to have confidence and take opportunity as much as they can. It is important to show love, love, hope and devotion to each and every person you meet and I believe I have the desire qualities to be a perfect role model and leader not just for my country, but for all woman.”

Lindsay Becker Miss USA - “Miss International is more than just a crown and a sash. It is more than being in an evening gown and a great catwalk. Miss International represents every person in this room, every person in this planet. I have been a flight attendant for more than two year now. I have the opportunity to travel all around the world and interact with people of all culture, races, religions. It has been an absolute incredible experienced. And I believe that I can bring this experience to Miss International organization. It is my goal to be an ambassador of peace and beauty. And to show women all over the world beauty is not only skin deep. It comes from within. I have been a victim of bullying. I know how hurtful words can be. I want to know women to think they are truly beautiful because they are. I want them to be able to be in confident with herself… love.. I believe that is what Miss International represents.”

Edymar Martinez Miss Venezuela - “First, I want to thank the organisation, Miss International, for all the love, the experience and for letting me be a part of your culture. Every girl here, represents her country, represents her culture, and represents her people. However, the winner gets the biggest opportunity in the world to represent every country. I feel capable of being the leader that voice on behalf of the organisation, Miss International, to reach in a positive way to all the nations, men, women and children. Also, to help those who need it the most. I believe that the worst thing in our society is the lack of love, the lack of communication, tolerance and integrity. The war and the peace all around the world starts in a home, so let’s start loving the ones that are close to us. As our Mother Teresa says who doesn’t live to serve, doesn’t know how to live.”

Pham Hong Thuy Van Miss Vietnam - “Well first, I would like to express my sincere gratefulness to Japan. You have treated me and all the girls so well in the last few weeks. You have shown me, how beautiful a country and people can be. But, moreover, you have given me a dream, that one day every country in this world can be like Japan. So if I am crowned Miss International 2015, I will have opportunities to make that dream come true. I would like to use my voice, my confidence, my influence and my action to inspire the world, to help people to believe in hope and dreams for my country (Vietnam), for Japan, and for a better world, a world with no wars and hunger; a world with only peace and happiness. Thank you so much.”