Hello friends and family,
As Miss Keystone State US International 2026, I have the incredible honor of representing Pennsylvania at Miss US International while supporting the mission of Still She Rose—a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through wellness, confidence, and personal growth. Education has always been deeply personal to me.
When I moved to the United States from Albania, I had big dreams but also many uncertainties. None of what I’ve accomplished would have been possible without my family’s support, especially my uncle, who made the life-changing decision to pay for my college education. His belief in me gave me the opportunity to pursue my degree, build a future, and continue chasing dreams that once felt impossible.
That experience taught me something I’ll never forget: sometimes all it takes is one person believing in you to change the course of your life.
Today, I want to help inspire that same hope in other young women.
I believe every girl deserves access to education, encouragement, and the confidence to pursue her dreams, regardless of where she comes from or the obstacles she faces. Education doesn’t just provide knowledge—it builds independence, resilience, and the belief that anything is possible.
That is why the mission of Still She Rose resonates so deeply with me. By promoting mental wellness, self-confidence, and personal growth, this organization helps women discover their strength and realize their potential. Those same values have shaped my own journey.
If my story inspires even one young woman to believe in herself, then every step of this journey is worth it.
Thank you for supporting both my journey to Miss US International and the mission of Still She Rose. Every donation helps create opportunities for women to grow in confidence, resilience, and purpose.
Together, we can remind every girl that with opportunity, support, and belief in herself… she can rise.
With love,
Erisa Murati
Miss Keystone State US International 2026 🌹
