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History
History
BeYOUtifully YOU began with a simple, heartfelt moment—a sweet young girl named Lily Grace Overholser asking me about a photo on my phone that read, “Be You to the Full.” When she asked what it meant, I shared with her the importance of embracing who we are, living authentically, and striving to be the best version of ourselves. That conversation planted the seed for what would become my Social Impact Initiative (SII) within the Miss Arkansas Outstanding Teen Organization.
Over the years, the Miss America Organization has continued to grow and evolve, now known as the Miss America Opportunity. Along with this evolution came changes in structure and terminology, including the transition from Social Impact Initiative (SII) to Community Service Initiative (CSI). As the organization evolved, so did my initiative, shaped by personal experiences and the realities of difficult life circumstances faced by so many around me that have affected me and many others.
What began as a message encouraging young people to be their best selves has grown into a purpose-driven Community Service Initiative focused on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. BeYOUtifully YOU now serves as a platform to create safe spaces, reduce stigma, and remind individuals that embracing their authentic selves includes acknowledging struggles, seeking help, and choosing hope.
Who we are
Who we are
My name is Mae Armstrong, and I am a 20-year-old dancer and student pilot. I began working toward earning my Private Pilot’s License at the end of 2024. I am currently a freshman at the Ann Lacy School of Dance at Oklahoma City University, where I am pursuing my academic and artistic journey and continue to develop my technical and creative foundation. During college breaks, I plan to continue my flight training as I work toward earning my private pilot license.
My long-term academic and professional goal is to become a Dance and Movement Therapist, blending creative expression with evidence-based approaches to support mental and emotional well-being. By combining my passion for movement with my commitment to mental, emotional, and physical well-being, I hope to create a meaningful and lasting impact through holistic wellness. I am deeply interested in how movement through dance can promote emotional regulation, self-awareness, and healing, particularly for individuals with disabilities and those navigating stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
I am passionate about empowering others through movement, connection, and intentional care. I believe in the transformative power of dance not only as an art form but as a tool for healing, resilience, and self-discovery. Through my work, I aspire to empower individuals, foster healing, and positively influence the well-being of individuals and communities I serve.
How can you get involved?
How can you get involved?
Join a local American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Chapters.
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