#297 Victoria Vredevoogd interview

Each week, I share no-fluff pageant coaching to help you lead, speak, and leave a legacy. With 300+ interviews and coaching across Miss Universe, Miss USA, and Miss America, this isn’t theory—it’s what works. Free subs get tips, interviews, and ad-free access. Paid subs unlock mini-courses, priority Q&As, and direct support.https://thepageantproject.com/subscribeAbout VictoriaVictoria Vredevoogd is Miss Mesa 2025 and advocated for awareness and prevention of gender based violence through her CSI: The Gender Violence Project. Outside of pageantry, Victoria is a law student at Arizona State University and is working at the public defenders office this summer. Additionally, Victoria is an avid reader and writer and has published the fantasy romance novel, “A Legend of Golden Shadows.”https://www.instagram.com/victoriavredevoogd/Timestamps* 0:00 Meet Victoria Vredevoogd – intro and background* 7:43 Finding purpose through lived experience* 15:29 Confronting gender-based violence head-on* 23:12 Law school realities and making tough choices* 30:57 Academic detours and staying on track* 38:40 Emotional toll of advocacy work* 46:24 Public perception and reclaiming power* 54:08 Why support systems matter* 61:53 The power of connection and community* 65:26 Final ten questions – fun and personal wrap-upWant more than the episode?If you’re ready to go deeper, consider becoming a paid subscriber. You’ll get access to mini-courses on everything from interviews to sponsorship, priority answers to your questions, and the chance to ask me anything directly in the comments:https://thepageantproject.com/subscribeIf you're looking for personalised coaching, I offer a limited number of private sessions. It’s for women who want tailored strategy, mindset support, and real accountability—on stage and beyond:https://thepageantproject.com/coachingPageantry is evolving—and you deserve coaching that’s more than surface-level. Join us if you're ready to go beyond the crown. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe