Mrs Virginia International 2008

Joy Pfister, Mrs. Virginia International 2008, is a spokesperson for the American Melanoma Foundation (AMF).  As spokesperson, she is working diligently toward heightening public awareness on the dangers of skin cancer.  Through her fashionable sun protective swim and active wear, Joy is offering women around the world an opportunity to improve their skin and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Joy's company, Kristy J., was launched in July 2007 and conscientiously donates 5% of its proceeds directly to the AMF for research.  Foundation staff and dermatologists served as testers for Joy's new ultra feminine sunscreen, SunEssence, providing valuable feedback for the final products.  Joy is committed to educating men, women and children on the dangers of prolonged, unprotected sun exposure.  As Mrs. Virginia International 2008, Joy will spread the American Melanoma Foundation’s message of preventing and fighting melanoma.

Learn more about Joy and her platform by clicking here.

If you are a married woman who would like to represent the women of the State of Virginia and you are making a difference in your community, you are encouraged to apply today. 

To be eligible to compete, you must:

• be between the ages of 21 and 56;
• live, work or go to school in the state of Virginia;
• be married for at least 6 months by July 1, 2009; and
• have a community service project to promote.

There are 3 areas of competition:

• Personal Interviews (50%) - Contestants will have one-on-one interviews with each judge.  Judges will focus on community service platform, personality, committment, family, and overall appearance.
• Aerobic Wear (25%) - Contestants will be judged on individual fitness.  There is no perfect size or look, just a healthy individual for her body shape.
• Evening Gown (25%) - Contestants will wear an evening gown of her choice and be escorted on stage by her husband.  Judges will look for self-confidence, poise and overall stage presence.