2024 DELEGATE CONTRACT

Section 1 - Rules & Regulations

I hereby agree that I meet all the requirements and rules:

• to I am a female, have always been a female, and am medically and legally a female,
• I am a citizen of the United States or country of the title I am competing as,
• I am in reasonably good health and moral character,
• I can meet the commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the Ms. Senior World Pageant,
• I will make one documented not-for-profit appearance per calendar month,
• I will observe the rules and regulations beginning with the official check-in at the Host Hotel acting as headquarters for the Ms. Senior World Pageant events through my departure from the hotel following the Finals/Crowning of the Pageant,
• I will not participate in an interview, photo session, or engage in any press contacts or publicity OF ANY KIND during the Pageant events unless a member of the Pageant staff is present, and I receive prior approval from Ms. Senior World staff.
• I will not attend any function or make any public appearances other than at regularly scheduled events during the competition week. “Free time” is defined as time on my own. I understand that I may not participate in an interview, or photo session, have press contacts, or have publicity of any kind (free time or otherwise) unless a member of the Pageant staff is present, and I receive prior permission from MS Senior World staff.
• I, together with my family, friends, and/or representatives will not be in the company of, or approach, a Pageant Judge before, during, or after the Competition. It is not appropriate or acceptable for a Delegate, family, or friends to question the Judges for their opinions or comments.
• I will not invite anyone backstage or on stage following the Pageant, at any time except as announced by the Executive Director or Pageant Staff,
• I will advise family, friends, and/or representatives that they are not to come on stage at the conclusion of the Pageant until the Pageant staff has announced their approval. The Pageant photographer and videographer need to take many official pictures of the winners and the court, and each Delegate’s cooperation is asked for and expected. Any problem, concern, or complaint will immediately be referred to the Pageant staff,
• I will maintain a punctual time schedule for all phases of the competition, including rehearsals, to run smoothly. I will cooperate fully with the Pageant staff and be on time for all events as outlined in the time schedule,
• I will be officially released from my contract with the Pageant Event at midnight on December 31 of the year I hold the State title. The new titleholder must remain with the Pageant staff after the crowning and photoshoots are completed. The Winner and Runners-Up Agreements take effect immediately upon crowning.
• Should I win the Ms. Senior World title for my division, I will attend at least twelve not-for-profit appearances during my reign, inform the Executive Director of such appearances, and forward photos of the event, including location, names in photo titles(s), and position.
• I will not compete in any local, preliminary, state, or national pageant if I hold a Ms. Senior World state title.
• Acceptance as a state delegate is at the sole discretion of MSW. MSW reserves the right to refuse an application.
• If an applicant is believed to be unable to meet the physical or mental requirements to participate as a state delegate, MSW may choose to not accept an applicant. MSW requires all delegates to be of good physical health, be able to stand for 30 minutes or as required during pageant practice and for Opening and Closing Numbers; be able to walk unassisted; be able to model and walk on stage and ascend/descend stairs or steps if needed, to access staging areas or as part of pageant week activities. A candidate for application who has suffered a medical condition that may limit their physical or mental strength should discuss this with MSW staff prior to application, so it can be determined if they can meet the physical requirements for practice and competition during pageant week.
• Delegates are required to possess general computer skills to access/submit paperwork and communicate with MSW staff. Delegates should have access to a laptop or desktop computer and access to social media (Facebook). Many documents are not fully accessible over a smartphone and therefore a computer is required to fully read and access pageant documents. All paperwork for the pageant will be submitted online through the Pageant Portal/Jotform. Submissions sent in any other form may not be accepted.
• All state delegates are expected to attend and be on time for all pageant events. Delegates who are late may not be allowed to participate in the activity or that piece of competition, which would ultimately give that person a zero for that portion of the pageant unless there is an emergency or a director-approved excuse.
• All delegates are expected to participate in all phases of practice and competition. Failure to participate in practice times or any phase of the competition could result in disqualification
• If a delegate becomes ill or has a serious issue, this must be communicated to the directors immediately so that it can be determined if the delegate will be excused, which is at the discretion of the pageant directors.
• All State Delegates are required to stay at the Host Hotel during Pageant Week, NO EXCEPTIONS.
•Contestant agrees to provide a copy of her driver’s license or state-issued ID to verify age upon request.
• Each delegate is required to sell at least one ad equivalent to one full page for the competition year's  MSW program book. The ad can be in the form of one full-page ad, 2 half-page ads, 8 business card-sized ads, or a full signature page.
• All Awards must be picked up immediately after the Finals Competition or arrangements for shipping at the expense of the delegate must be made immediately after Finals Night Competition.

Section 2 - Code of Conduct

• I will always conduct myself with the dignity, grace, and good manners of a woman who exemplifies the integrity of the Ms. Senior World Pageant,
• I will cover all tattoos during competitions and appearances,
• I will never smoke or be intoxicated while wearing my crown and banner,
• I shall not engage in conduct that will bring adverse criticism to the organization,
• I will proudly represent my State / Country and participate in all required Ms. Senior World Pageant events.
• I will be respectful of everyone’s time and be punctual to all Pageant scheduled events,
• I will always conduct myself with dignity, grace, and good manners whenever I am wearing my crown and/or banner, representing my State / Country or the Ms. Senior World Pageant,
• I understand that any misconduct, negative innuendos, or misrepresentation of myself or other participants, through any form, be it oral, written, and/or by my actions, will be grounds for my disqualification, without question,
• I will not participate in any interview, photo session, press contact, or publicity of any kind during the Ms. Senior World Pageant events unless a member of the Pageant staff is present, or I have prior approval of the Ms. Senior World staff.
• I will not be in the company of or approach, a Ms. Senior World Pageant Judge before, during, or after the competition. I will instruct my family, friends, and/or representatives to also abide by these requests. I understand that my scores and judges’ comments, if any, will be sent to me four (4) weeks after the Ms. Senior World Pageant.
• I understand that no parent, friend, family member, and/or representative is allowed backstage except as advised by the Executive Director or Pageant Staff,
• I will advise my parents, family, friends, and/or representatives that no one is allowed on stage
immediately after the crowning to allow time for the Pageant Photographer and Videographer to take the official pictures of the winners and their courts.

Section 3 - Audio / Photo / Video / Advertising

• I will grant the Ms. Senior World Pageant the right to use my name, image, and/or performance for their use in any manner as deemed necessary in the promotion of the Ms. Senior World Pageant(s), without limitation, and without payment, 

• I hereby waive any right to approve the finished photograph(s) or any copy that might be used in conjunction with the finished photograph/product,

• I understand that the Ms. Senior World Pageant, the trademark holder, the Executive Director, their staff, successors, or assigns, are not responsible for the quality of the photography and/or videography of the Ms. Senior World Pageant and its events and that any issues regarding these products must be taken up with the vendor(s) directly.

• I hereby forever release and discharge the Ms. Senior World Pageant, the trademark holder, the Executive Director, their staff, successors, or assigns, from any claims, actions, and/or damages whatsoever by reason of any such use,

• I will provide and submit all advertising materials for the Ms. Senior World Program Book by the deadline set forth by the Executive Director. I also understand that failure to meet the deadline, for whatever reason, will result in my advertisement(s) or sponsor listing(s) being omitted from the Official Ms. Senior World Program Book.

• I hereby release the Ms. Senior World Pageant, staff, successors, and assigns, from any liability for any omission; typographic error, reproduction quality, and/or printing error that may occur in relation to my ad or sponsor listing that will appear in the official Ms. Senior World Program Book.

• I will submit a clear Headshot for the Contestant/Delegate page in the Ms. Senior World Pageant Memory book by September 1st. No exceptions!!!

Section 4 - Hold Harmless & Indemnity

• I understand and agree that to participate in the Ms. Senior World Pageant events and the Pageant itself, all outstanding fees must be current and paid in full. Failure to submit final payments by September 1st, (deadline date) will result in my disqualification from competing in the Ms. Senior World Pageant, without question,
• I understand no title, crown or sash will be awarded until the entry fee is paid in full,
• I do hereby waive, release, and forever discharge Ms. Senior World Pageant, the trademark holder, the Executive Director, their employees, representatives, executors, successors, and assigns from any and all responsibilities, liability or injury, or damages, or accidents resulting from my participation in any Pageant activities. I do also hereby release all those mentioned, and any others acting on their behalf, from any responsibility or liability for any accident injury or damage to myself, including those caused by the negligent act or omission of any of those mentioned or others acting on their behalf or in any way arising out of or connected with my participation in any activity related to the Ms. Senior World Pageant,
• I understand that if for any reason I am unable to attend the Ms. Senior World Pageant (or I am disqualified from the Ms. Senior World Pageant) no portion of my fees and/or required expenses will be returned. And agree I am fully aware THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS for any reason.
• I will take full responsibility for and agree to release the Ms. Senior World Pageant, the trademark holder, the Executive Director, their staff, successors, or assigns, from liability for any losses, damages, claims, or debts incurred or made by me, my family, friends, and/or representatives in connection with the Ms. Senior World Pageant and its events,
• I agree to take full responsibility for any losses, damages, claims, or debts incurred or made by myself or any member(s) of my party, in connection with my participation in the Ms. Senior World Pageant. These include, but are not limited to, travel, transportation, pageant ensembles, meals, any additional out-of-pocket expenses I incur, and all personal property brought to the pageant and/or pageant-related events. Failure to settle all debts at checkout will be handled between the hotel and the contestant. I must contact the hotel for reservations and check-in requirements.
• I understand that the decision of the Judges is final, without question.
• I agree to participate in all Ms. Senior World Pageant events (see Handbook). Disagreements, of any kind, between me, my family, friends, and/or representatives, and the Ms. Senior World Pageant will be handled in independent arbitration, for which expense I will be responsible and whose decision will be final.

Section 5 - Waiver/Release for Communicable Diseases Including COVID-19 ASSUMPTION OF RISK / WAIVER OF LIABILITY / INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

In consideration of being allowed to participate on behalf of MS Senior World Pageant and related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that:

1. Participation includes possible exposure to an illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to MRSA, influenza, and COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist; and,

2. I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,

3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation as regards protection against infectious diseases. If, however, I observe any unusual or significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately; and,

4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS MS Senior World Pageant their officers, officials, agents, staff, volunteers, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (“RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL ILLNESS, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Section 6 - Winner and Runners-Up Agreement

• Should I win my division, Ms. Senior World title, I will not, during my reign, compete in any other Pageant competition, be it local, preliminary, State, National, or International,
• Should I win the Ms. Senior World Title, I agree to embrace and proudly promote the title, crown, and banner of my Title, and will do so until the title is passed on to my successor,
• Should I win the Ms. Senior World title, I agree to promote Ms. Senior World Pageants to my fullest abilities.
• Should I win the Ms. Senior World Title, I will receive approval from the Executive Director prior to scheduling at least twelve not-for-profit appearances during my reign.
• I forever release the Ms. Senior World pageant, the trademark holder, the Executive Director, their successors, staff, and assigns from any damage or injury incurred in travel to, from, and/or during the Ms. Senior World Pageant and its events,
• Should I win the current year's Ms. Senior World Title for my division, I agree to sign the Winner's Contract with more specific details including, but not limited to, my return to the Ms. Senior World Pageants the following year to crown my successor, appearances, expenses, and other items that may not have been outlined herein,
• I will take full responsibility for and agree to release the Ms. Senior World pageant, trademark owner, the Executive Director, and their staff, successors, and assigns from liability for any losses, damages, claims, or debts incurred or made by me, my family, friends, and/or representatives in connection with the Ms. Senior World Pageant and its events,
• Should I win the Ms. Senior World Title for my Division, and cannot meet the required obligations, I will forfeit my Ms. Senior World Title, my Ms. Senior World crown, and sash, and all my prizes to the 1st Runner-Up, as selected by the Ms. Senior World Judges,
• If I place as a Runner-Up, and the Ms. Senior World Title for my division defaults to me, I understand and agree that I must meet all eligibility requirements at the time of the default and be bound by the provisions of this agreement. If I do not meet all eligibility requirements at the time of the default, the title will be offered to the next delegate as indicated by the official pageant scores.

Section 6 - Logo, Name, and Likeness Usage Policy

• I understand that the MS Senior World Pageant strictly prohibits the use of its logo, name, or likeness without the express written consent of the Executive Producer. This policy applies to all forms of usage, including but not limited to:

 - Advertising and marketing materials
 - Apparel, merchandise, and promotional items
 - Digital and social media content
 - Any other form of public or private representation

• I understand that unauthorized use of the MS Senior World Pageant's intellectual property is a violation of this policy and may result in legal action.

Your crown and sash will be mailed upon receipt of full payment. Upon submitting this form, you will be redirected to complete information on your background, accomplishments, talents, family life, and community involvement for the judges to review prior to your interview.

 Thank you for choosing to be a delegate for the 2024 MS Senior World Pageant! We are women helping women and appreciate you.