The 71st Miss Universe competition will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, US on Saturday, January 14, 2023. and Ten contestants from the Caribbean will proudly represent their country vying for the title of Miss Universe. Want to find out who these Caribbean contestants are? Here is all you need to know about 2023 Miss Universe contestants from the Caribbean.

Kiara Arends

Country:  Aruba

Age: 24

Currently pursuing a Master of Laws degree in Belgium, Kiara Arends is an active supporter of social justice. She speaks four languages and has traveled to 20 countries. During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, she founded an organization called “BUMP” dedicated to equipping young mothers with sustainable resources.

Ashley Lightburn

Country: Belize

Age: 26

A proud woman in STEM, Ashley Lightburn is a mathematician. She is a mathematics lecturer at the University of Belize while working a full-time job at a bank. She advocates for the improvement of mathematics literacy among women and children.  

Lia Claxton

Country: British Virgin Island

Age: 18

Third of four children, Lia Claxton is a music and dance lover. She often plays piano at the local church. She is also a member of the track club. She is currently pursuing an English degree and aspires to become a lawyer.

Chloe Powery-Doxey

Country: Cayman Islands

Age: 25

Passionate about sports and arts, Chloe Powery-Doxey has played with the Women of Valor Basketball Club and the Cayman Islands National Team. She advocates for community education about emotional health and familial dysfunction. She also works closely with the Cayman Islands National Trust to preserve the history and biodiversity of the Cayman Islands.

Gabriëla Dos Santos 

Country:  Curaçao

Age : 20

A certified life coach, Gabriëla Dos Santos aims to become a motivational speaker and seeks to be the voice of her generation. She speaks four languages and travel to 10 countries. Founder of “Light4change”, an organization aiming to enable young people to find purpose in adversity, Dos Santos has a real passion for social causes. 

Andreína Martínez

Country: Dominican Republic

Age: 25

Passionate about the preservation of female rights, Andreína Martínez advocates for public policy that advances women. She works at The Women’s Equality Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the rights of women in Latin America and the Caribbean. Her ultimate goal is to become the first female ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the United Nations.

MIDELINE PHELIZOR

Country: Haiti

Age: 27

Mideline Phelizor was born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. As a teenager, she established herself in regional athletics competitions and became a coach for school-aged children. She is currently studying law with the dream to specialize in children's rights, particularly those of orphans.

Toshami Calvin

Country: Jamaica

Age: 26

A registered behavioral technician, Toshami Calvin graduated in Health sciences from the University of Central Florida. She works closely with the nonprofit Jamaica Autism Support Association and uses her platform to advocate for greater autism awareness and behavior therapy.

Sheris Paul

Country: Saint Lucia

Age: 27

Sheris Paul is another Caribbean delegate proud woman in STEM. She is a tech entrepreneur pursuing a degree in computer information systems. Her motto is empowering women and girls through STEM. She works with several NGOs and develops apps for advocating her causes. 

Angel J. Cartwright

Country: The Bahamas

Age: 28

Holder of a Dual Master of Science in Finance and an International MBA from Florida International University, Angel J. Cartwright is a private banker, first-time author, and climate enthusiast. Through her platform “There is no planet B”, she promotes conservation, prevents climate change, and advocates to increase the number of youth dedicated to conserving the natural resources of the planet. 

Tya Jané Ramey 

Country: Trinidad and Tobago

Age: 25

Working as an executive administrative coordinator for the Caribbean Regional Youth Council while earning a Master’s degree in Social Work, Tya Jané Ramey dedicates her life to being an agent of change. She is a former national volleyball athlete and has a passion for sports, travel, culture, and youth.