Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky 2009
Amy Foster

Photography by Lisa Huber

Welcome to The Official Website of
Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky.

On Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 a panel of judges declared Amy Foster Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky, 2009.  She was also chosen Ms. Congeniality by her fellow candidates.  She began her reign in January and will represent Kentucky in the national program in South Dakota later in 2009.

Amy Foster is a dynamic woman who will graduate from the University of Louisville in May of 2010.  She then plans to go on to Law School where she will pursue her interests in criminology and human rights.  Tattooed over her heart is “Caveat Emptor”- or buyer beware- which captures her thoughts that everything in life comes at a price.  It reminds her to weigh her decisions carefully and to be dedicated to them. She is a Harlan Scholar at U of L and enjoys trying new things and meeting new people.

Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky 2009 and escorts - Photography by Lisa Huber

2009 Contestants - Photography by Lisa Huber

Amy with MWKy Board of Directors and Committee

Calendar of Events

Become Part of The Ms. Wheelchair America Organization!

The mission of the Ms. Wheelchair America Program Inc. is to provide an opportunity for women of achievement who utilize wheelchairs to successfully educate and advocate for individuals with disabilities.

You can be part of Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky! You too can be part of this dynamic group of women in Kentucky.

We are currently searching for women to represent our great state of Kentucky. Contestants must meet the following criteria:

Entry fees are charged for each contestant. Fees may be paid by the contestant or by sponsors a contestant may solicit. Contestants are judged on their accomplishments, self perception, communication and projection skills in the following:

1. Personal interviews
2. Platform speech presentations
3. On stage interviews

This is an experience that can help you achieve your goals and show others you are the person you know yourself to be. The purpose of the Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky Pageant is to focus public attention on the abilities and accomplishments since the onset of disability of today's women. This is not a “Beauty Contest.” We celebrate each Candidate's self perception of what she can do and how she uses her communication skills to deliver this important message to both disabled and able-bodied groups.

Click here to Download an Application!