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“Arizona Native,” you don’t hear that very often!

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My name is Kayla Hyun and I am your 2017 Miss Arizona International. I was born and raised in the beautiful state of Arizona. You may often hear me say, “Go Warriors.” I had the honor and privilege of attending the University of Hawaii, where I obtained my bachelor’s degree in social work. Fast forward five years, and I now have my master’s degree in social work and am doing what I love! I get the opportunity to help children every day and couldn’t be more thankful.  I am a school-based therapist at two schools in the Peoria School District. Go Aztecs and Bengals!! I also spend countless hours supporting StreetlightUSA, a residential community for girls at-risk of or effected by sex trafficking and I am a constant advocate for those effected by sex trafficking. StreetlightUSA and my career are a huge part of me but there is so much more to who I am. First and foremost, I have the most incredible family. I am the oldest of four; I have a brother in the army, a sister in...
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I'm Andrea Brower - Mrs Arizona International 2017. I'm originally from British Columbia Canada but I am proud to call Arizona home. I have lived in this state for 4 years and have grown to love the beautiful landscape of the southwest.   I've been married for 20 years and have 4 beautiful children and an angel baby. Having had 4 preemies and a loss I've known since 1998 I would support and advocate for the March of Dimes. It is my platform and my main focus not only throughout my life but my year as Mrs Arizona Intl as well. The International pageant system truly supports women in their desire to serve god, the philanthropic spirit they possess, and passion to help others.   My career as an Aesthetician for the last 16 years has brought many women into my life. They've been beautiful inside and out. They say if you do what you love you'll never work a day in your life. I'm grateful I can say this is true!   In my spare time (which isn't muc...