Speaking & Engagements
SPEAKING
TOPICS
Diversity, Inclusion & Cross-Cultural Understanding
Exploring identity, empathy, and connection across cultures, with a focus on fostering dialogue that bridges differences and strengthens global understanding in an increasingly interconnected world.
Beauty, Identity & Representation in Media
Challenging traditional beauty standards and expanding narratives in global media spaces, highlighting the importance of authentic representation and cultural visibility.
Women’s Empowerment & Financial Independence
Creating access, confidence, and opportunity for women to build financial independence, professional growth, and long-term stability across industries and communities.
Youth Mentorship & Leadership
Guiding the next generation through mentorship, encouragement, and skill-building, with an emphasis on leadership development, purpose, and community impact.
Mekyla has spoken on international stages, engaging diverse audiences through impactful and thought-provoking conversations.
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Miss Imagine Talks 2025
New York Fashion Week
International Pageantry Platforms
Youth & Community Leadership Events
MEDIA
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![Two people standing together on a boat deck, with the water and a cityscape in the background during sunset. One person is dressed in a glamorous, gold and dark blue gown with intricate detail, and the other is wearing casual jeans and a black, glittery jacket with sunglasses.]()
Cannes with Kenneth Barlis
Mekyla appears as a muse for designer Kenneth Barlis at the Festival de Cannes, celebrating fashion beyond borders.
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![Promotional image for 'IMAGINE TALKS' featuring seven Asian women with their names and titles, including Katherine Ho, Samantha Teshima, Ashley Yao, Lisa Cheng, Mekyla Li, Celeste Kwan, Joanna Mai, and Allison Young, against a blue sky with clouds.]()
Imagine Talks 2026
A Stanford-partnered event by Asian Women’s Alliance and Miss Asian Global highlighting Asian American leadership in media, culture, and entrepreneurship.
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![A woman wearing a crown, sash, and white dress standing next to a man in a dark suit with glasses, both smiling in front of a metal vault door.]()
Amador Members Club Ambassador
Proud to promote cultural exchange, meaningful connections, and unity through a community of like-minded changemakers.
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![A beauty contestant wearing a blue evening gown and a crown, holding a sash that reads 'Miss China,' and wearing high heels. She stands against a blue background, with her shadow visible on the wall.]()
Miss Asia USA 2025
Coronation Souvenir Magazine
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![A woman wearing a tiara is being crowned Miss Taiwan, surrounded by women in evening gowns on stage at a beauty pageant.]()
Miss Imagine Talks 2025
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![A woman walking on the runway at a fashion show, wearing a jeweled gown with intricate multicolored patterns and cutouts, with the name 'Rian Fernandez Philippines' displayed on a screen in the background.]()
NYFW 2025 Rian Fernandez Show
NY Hi Tech MODA New York Fashion Week Season
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![A woman in an elegant dress and long earrings poses for a photo at the Miss Grand Massachusetts 2026 event, with text and logos related to the competition.]()
The 79th Cannes Film Festival
As Miss Grand Massachusetts 2026, this remarkable milestone reflects Mekyla’s growing international presence in fashion, entertainment, and pageantry.
