In a moment charged with elegance and empowerment, Pamela Blackmon was crowned Miss Maryland for America Strong 2025 during the state competition held March 29, 2025. Already celebrated as Miss Baltimore 2025, Blackmon will represent Maryland at the upcoming Miss for America Strong National Pageant, taking place in Las Vegas on August 25, 2025.
More than a titleholder, Pamela Blackmon is a beacon of purpose-driven leadership and heartfelt community service. Her story reflects not just the glitz of a crown, but the grit of a woman on a mission—advocating for mental wellness, honoring the memory of children lost, and championing the voices of women and single mothers who too often go unheard.
Healing from Within: A Mission for Mental Health
Blackmon’s platform, Not Just Mental Health™, has been a transformative force in Baltimore and across Maryland. Focused on mental health, overall wellness, and women’s empowerment, the initiative underscores her belief that true healing must encompass mind, body, and spirit. At a time when the African-American community continues to face disparities in mental health access and support, Blackmon is unapologetically raising awareness, reducing stigma, and creating safe spaces for open dialogue…