Former Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt opens up about life beyond the crown and shares her heartfelt passion for uplifting others.

With a genuine spirit and dedication to philanthropy, Noelia Voigt (@noeliavoigt), the former Miss USA 2023, radiates from within. Embracing authenticity in all facets of her life, Voight radiates positivity while working within the mental health community, inspiring others to find their purpose and why.

“I encourage everyone to do some serious soul-searching and understand their ‘why,’” Voigt shares. “I know that it can be daunting, and we may not always feel like we know the answers, and that is alright, but it is important to understand what you are trying to achieve because that will be your driving force to start embarking on the journey of finding out and learning who you truly are.”

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Philanthropic work has been a gratifying experience for Voigt, offering her a fresh perspective on life and helping her uncover new passions. Her influence reaches far beyond the Miss USA stage, making a meaningful impact–particularly within the mental health community.

“To be able to turn my pain into purpose and be someone that people could turn to as an example of standing up for ourselves, our mental health, our morals, our values, and not allowing other people to negatively impact our mental health for the sake of staying in a position or a place that you thought was your dream, is something that I am honored by and take very seriously. There is no shame or weakness whatsoever in being a real and honest human being and I hope that more people grow to learn that,” she says.

After stepping down as Miss USA, Voigt became a prominent advocate for mental health awareness. Serving as a national ambassador for NAMI Communicate, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by mental illness, she continues to emphasize the importance of prioritizing mental well-being and discovering one’s purpose.

Now embracing a season of growth and transformation, Voigt is venturing into industries and opportunities she has yet to explore. With an open mind, she acknowledges life’s ever-changing nature and emphasizes the importance of staying flexible and rolling with the punches.

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“We all are on separate journeys and paths that are necessary for our growth and vital to who we ultimately end up becoming,” she says. “If you look left or right at what others are doing, you might veer off course and delay your progress, but if you keep your eyes fixed forward, you can continue to make progress, see roadblocks as they come, get around them, and keep moving to achieve your goals and find your purpose. I promise it will happen for you.”