Registration is now open for the 31st Annual Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant (LMAA). The pageant will be held in August 2025.
Founder Lisa Ruffin said that she’s encouraging enrollment this year “due to the federal government’s attempt to eliminate the Department of Education resources and taking Black history out of classroom, along with books, and other DEI learning tools in Los Angeles County, as well as nationwide.”
LMAA is the longest running pageant for girls between the ages of 6-12 years old, and only 50 girls will be accepted from across the nation this year.
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Hundreds of scholarships have been awarded, and lasting memories have been created for these young Academic and intellectual princesses. While some of them come from strong supportive families, most of them come from under-served, single-family homes. The pageant provides an early introduction to the arts and training in public speaking, while promoting individual creativity and stimulating a heightened cultural understanding. The pageant awards over $10,00n scholarships and prizes every year.
Last year’s winner, Zaya Campbell, has had a busy year as Little Miss African American.
She was a presenter at the Love Awards, represented the youth of Los Angeles at the Our Authors Club Black History Month Celebration at Los Angeles City Hall, and attended other events celebrating young girls.
“Each year, the star-studded event increases the confidence of little African American girls from across the country. Celebrities, Community leaders, Influencers donate their time to serve as judges or hosts,” added Ruffin.
For additional information visit or to register online, visit www.littlemissafricanamerican.org
