2013 Events
Here are a photos and info on past and upcoming events!
Niasia shared her testimony during the EPA's Listening Session.
Nov. 2013
Niasia was asked to speak to the EPA on behalf of the American Lung Association to help strengthen regulations to keep our environment clean of carbon pollution.
Niasia shared her testimony during a panel discussion about climate change & it's affects on health in the community.
2013 - I Will Act Campaign
Niasia receives the 2013 Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Award [June 2013]
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Niasia is now Brand Ambassador for New Blissful Cosmetics, LLC!
June 2013
LaFonda Parham, Mrs. Essence 2012 and Owner of New Blissful Cosmetics, LLC has named Niasia Ellis, Miss VA Teen Essence to be a Brand Ambassador for the New Blissful line of lip glosses! Niasia's signature favorites are Menthabalm (clear gloss) $15 and Coco Puff (color) $18. For each gloss sold, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to her pageant costs.
Niasia graduates from the Youth Philanthropy Project [June 2013]
Niasia successfully completed HandsonGreater Richmond and the Community Foundation's 2012-2013 Youth Philanthropy Project and is now certified as a Youth Leader of caring innovative and positive change with and amoung the Richmond Community.
Niasia speaks at the Official VA Asthma Awareness Day Proclimation signing ceremony! [May 14 2013]
Niasia listed in Urban Views for Honor Roll