Message from the Vice President, Pageant Chair, Producer & Dance Instructor
I still remember the first time I saw a Miss Los Angeles Chinatown when I was in sixth grade. I was captivated by her beauty, grace, and poise. In that moment, I thought to myself, “I want to grow up to be just like her.” Years later, after graduating from college, I had the privilege of becoming Miss Los Angeles Chinatown myself. Now, many years later, I am deeply honored to return again as Pageant Chair to guide and support the next generation of Chinese American women as they grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
My vision has always been to preserve and celebrate our heritage, traditions, and community values. I believe it is especially important to inspire and educate young people. In today’s fast-paced world, where everything moves so quickly, I chose to focus on what truly lasts: our roots, our families, our communities, and the contributions we make to society.
Our contestants participate in a rigorous three-month leadership training program. During this time, they develop public speaking skills, deepen their understanding of Chinese heritage, and receive thoughtful guidance on presentation and self-confidence. Equally important, we emphasize teamwork, mutual respect, and positivity. My goal is to create an environment where young women feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow.
To me, this pageant is more than a competition. It is a transformative experience and, for many, a once-in-a-lifetime journey. Contestants gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their heritage, and how to present their best selves with confidence and authenticity. It is also a meaningful experience shared with loved ones—parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, and partners—who walk alongside them throughout this journey.
On pageant night, the stage showcases the culmination of months of dedication, learning, and personal growth. I hope each contestant emerges as a confident, thoughtful, and articulate young woman, deeply connected to her community and inspired to contribute to the continued growth and strength of the Chinese American community in Southern California.
I am deeply grateful for the support of so many wonderful people who have made this journey possible. My sincere thanks to our Chairman and President, Mr. Chester Chong, for his unwavering support and trust in me, as well as to our Board Officers and Board Members for their guidance and commitment. I would also like to extend my appreciation to Mr. Peter Zen of The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles, for his valued partnership and generous assistance. Finally, I am thankful for my dedicated team of helpers and the Miss Los Angeles Chinatown alumnae. Thank you all for your time, dedication, and support in making tonight possible.
With love,
Christina Wu 吳雅婷
我仍然清楚記得六年級時，第一次見到洛杉磯羅省華埠小姐的情景。她的美麗、優雅及氣度深深地吸引了我。
就在那一刻，我在心中對自己說：「我長大後也想成為像她一樣。」多年之後，大學畢業的我，有幸成為洛杉磯羅省華埠小姐皇后。如今，時光流轉，我再次回到這個舞台，並以競選主席的身分來訓練及支持下一代的年輕華裔女性，協助她們成長為未來的領袖，這份殊榮令我由衷感恩。
我的願望始終如一，那就是保存並傳承我們的文化根源、傳統精神與及對社區的貢獻。我始終相信，啟發與培育年輕一代是格外重要。在這個節奏飛快、瞬息萬變的時代，我選擇專注於真正能長久流傳的事物：我們的傳統、家庭、社區，以及我們對社會所作出的回報。
本屆佳麗參與為期三個月、內容嚴謹的領導培訓課程。在此期間，她們不僅培養公開表達的能力，加深對中華傳承的理解，也在儀態呈現與自信建立方面，獲得細緻而用心的指導。同樣重要的是我們重視團隊合作及彼此對互相的尊重。我的目標是讓這些年輕女孩子們感到安心和舒適、讓她們在有支持並充滿力量的環境下自在地成長與蛻變。
對我而言，這場競選並不只是一場比賽，而是一段深具轉化力量的歷程，對許多人來說，更是人生中難得且珍貴的一次旅程。佳麗們在過程中更深入地認識自己、理解自身傳承，並學會以真誠與自信展現最好的自己。這同時也是一段與至親好友共同分享的珍貴體驗 ——父母、手足、祖父母、叔伯阿姨、朋友與伴侶，皆一路相伴，見證她們的成長。今晚的總決賽呈現的是數月來努力、學習與自我成長的成果。我衷心期盼，每一位 佳麗都能以自信、沉穩且善於表達的姿態站上舞台，並受到啟發以後能為南加州華裔 美國社區的發展貢獻心力。
在此，我由衷感謝所有這段旅程的朋友們。特別感謝本商會主席暨會長莊佩源先生（Mr. Chester Chong），感謝您始終如一的支持與對我的信任；同時也感謝各位 董事與理事們的指導與投入。此外，我誠摯感謝洛杉磯波納旺蒂爾威斯汀酒店及套房
（The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles)的徐明豐先生 (Mr. Peter Zen)，感謝您珍貴的合作與協助。最後，我也感謝歷屆洛杉磯華埠小姐及公主們。謝謝大家的時間、心力與支持讓今晚得以順利實現。
謹以滿滿的愛與感謝,
吳雅婷
洛杉磯羅省中華總商會副會長. 洛杉磯華埠小姐選舉競選主席, 製作人暨舞蹈指導