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"It is important to me to remain critical of the way the world is today."
"We need to see femaleness and womanhood in its natural, non-binary state, and advocate for it as such."
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Thailand's Jiratchaya Sirimongkolnawin beat 24 other contestants.
“I am healthy. I am fit. I am confident. I am me. This is who I am right now and I’m okay with it, so you should be too.”
Pageant leaders want to make sure "fans recognize these young women for the strong, inspiring individuals they are.”