Former Miss Six Nations Chezney Martin is headed to compete in the Miss Indian World pageant in Albequerque, New Mexico next month.

The pageant is held every year at Gathering of Nations, the world’s largest pow wow gathering in North America.

The contestant selected as Miss Indian World travels as a spokesperson and goodwill ambassador throughout Indian Country during their reign.

Successful candidates must sell 500 raffle tickets to qualify for the competition.

Anyone interested in supporting Chezney and her journey to compete for the title of Miss Indian World can purchase tickets today at the Plaza in Ohsweken.