Mariam Mohamed Becomes First Emirati to Compete at Miss Universe
The 26-year-old holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Sydney and is currently pursuing fashion design at ESMOD Dubai.
Mariam Mohamed has been crowned Miss Universe UAE 2025, becoming the first Emirati woman set to represent the country on the global Miss Universe stage in Thailand.
The 26-year-old holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Sydney and is currently studying fashion design at ESMOD Dubai. She has worked in sustainable fashion, contributed to charitable initiatives including Ramadan Aman and The Giving Family Initiative, and represented the UAE in international women’s entrepreneurship programs.
Selected from over 950 applicants, Mohamed was recognized for her modern, multidimensional approach to heritage and impact, with interests spanning falconry, camel riding, sustainable fashion, and cultural exchange.
