Andreína Martínez Founier is a Dominican-American model, beauty queen and psychologist at the 71st Miss Universe Pageant (2022) on January 14, 2023 Won second place in the year). In 2021, she won the title of Miss Dominica Republic.
Wiki/Biography
Andrena Martinez Fournier-Rosado was born on Monday, September 22, 1997 in Santiago los Caballeros, Dominican Republic (25 years old; as of 2022). Her zodiac sign is Virgo. Andreína completed her studies in 2015 at Bronx Bridges High School in New York City. In 2019, she graduated from the City College of New York with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Here, she also conducted Latinx studies. While in college, Andreina was involved with several organizations, including the Dominican Student Association, Habitat for Humanity, and SEEDS
Andrena Martinez childhood photos
appearance
Height (approximately): 6′
Weight (approximately): 50kg
Hair color: brown
Eye color: brown
Body measurements (approximately): 30-26-32
family
Parents and siblings
Andreina has a brother named Juan Martinez.
Andrena Martinez with her father and brother
husband and children
She is unmarried.
Country of Citizenship
She has held Dominican citizenship since her birth in 1997 in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. Around the age of 13, she immigrated to the United States of America and later obtained American citizenship.
Profession
In 2018, Andreína Martínez had the opportunity to walk on the stage of New York Fashion Week 2018.
Andreina Martínez 2018 New York Fashion Week
beauty pageant
Miss Dominican Republic 2021
On November 7, 2021, Martinez won the title of Miss Dominican Republic 2021, representing the Dominican community in the United States. The event was held at the Salón de Eventos Sambil in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where she competed against 14 other candidates.
Andreina Martínez crowned after winning the title of Miss Dominican Republic 2021
Andreina Martínez, 24, was supposed to compete in Miss Universe 2021; however, it was later announced that she had contracted COVID-19, so she had to withdraw her name and go into quarantine. She was subsequently replaced by Miss Dominican Republic 2021 runner-up Debbie Aflalo, who went on to represent the Dominican Republic at the Miss Universe 2021 competition in Eilat, Israel, on December 12, 2021. Andreina was later designated as Miss Dominican Republic 2022 and is said to be competing in the 2022 edition.
Miss Universe 2022
On January 15, 2023, 25-year-old Martinez represented the Dominican Republic in the 2022 Miss Universe competition held at the Ernest Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, USA, competing against 83 other candidates. During the competition, she was asked about the most significant obstacles women face in her country and what should be done about it. To this, Andreina replied:
I believe the most significant barrier facing women in our country is access to education. There are a lot of women and children in our country who don’t go to school and don’t have the opportunity to go to school, and I think we should do something about that now. We need to make sure that kids can be kids, that they want to play, that they want to educate themselves. Not a mother, not a wife. Now is the time to take action. “
During the Miss Universe 2022 finals, Andreina Martinez was asked how she would work to prove that “Miss Universe is an empowering and progressive organization” if she wins. What surprised everyone was that she
I understand that the Miss Universe Organization is looking for an ambassador, someone who can convey the message. I have been fighting for women’s rights for as long as I can remember. I’m here to prove that no matter where you come from, your background does not define you. Your courage and determination are you. I will demonstrate my ownership and determination by working with this organization every day. “
She finished second in the Miss Universe 2022 competition, while R’Bonney Gabriel of the United States was crowned the 71st Miss Universe.
(L-R); Amanda Dudamel, Rabony Gabriel and Andreina Martinez on stage at Miss Universe 2022 in New Orleans, USA
Other works
In 2016, Andreina served as an academic tutor, teaching Spanish to foreign students studying at City College, City University of New York until 2020. In 2016, she became an ambassador for the nonprofit organization America Needs You. In 2017, Martinez interned for four months under New York State Senator Jose Serrano. From September 2017 to May 2018, she worked as a health educator at Peer Health Exchange, providing health education to high school students in grades 9 to 12. In 2018, Andreina served as a Capitol Hill intern for Senator Kristen E. Gillibrand in Washington, DC. It was in the office of Senator Kristen Gillibrand that she discovered her passion for protecting women’s rights and became an advocate for public policies that advance women. She later served as a legislative and budget intern at the New York City Council. Martinez has been working on women’s empowerment and rights since she was 16 years old. Martinez is the program coordinator for the Center for Women’s Equality, a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. She advocates for women’s rights in Latin America and the Caribbean. As a volunteer, Andreina is involved with other organizations, including CUNY Caucus Scholar and SEEK.
Favorites
- Makeup brand: NARS cosmetics
- Sports: Volleyball, softball, roller skating
- Miss Universe winner: Amelia Vega (Dominican model)
- Book: The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway
Facts/Trivia
- Andreina’s gender pronouns are she/her.
- While studying at school, Andreina was the captain of the school softball team.
- In 2016, she was recognized as the highest-achieving student in the SEEK program at City College of New York.
- In 2018, she was recognized by Hispanic Heritage Month’s “Passing the Challenge Forward: Latinx Students Making a Difference” for students who contribute by advancing opportunities in their local communities during Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Martinez said she excels in communications, leadership, legislative positions and community outreach.
- She follows a non-vegetarian diet and considers Pastelón (Puerto Rican plantain “lasagna”) to be one of the best dishes she has ever tried.
- In an interview, Martinez spoke about her favorite childhood memories, recalling the times when she was young and often visiting her grandmother’s house and spending time at the beach. She also said she enjoyed preparing dinner with her grandmother and squeezing fresh juice from the trees in the garden.
- In an interview, Martinez said she loves the bachata when talking about her favorite dance.
- In his free time, Martinez enjoys reading and cooking.
- While attending school, Andreina learned to swim.
- Martinez aims to become the Dominican Republic’s first female ambassador to the United Nations.
- She is fluent in languages including English and Spanish.
- Martinez is the recipient of Google’s Pay it Forward award, which recognizes her contributions to the Dominican community.
Categories: Biography
Source: HIS Education