FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — October 9, 2026 — Dawna Lee Heising, Nancy Salim and H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael will come together at the Health4Peace 5th Annual Fundraising Gala, themed “Striving Together for Progress,” on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Robby’s Restaurant in West Hollywood, California.
The evening will bring together distinguished leaders, entrepreneurs, media professionals, advocates and community supporters to celebrate humanitarian service, health advocacy, empowerment and positive social impact.
The three accomplished women are also the reigning queens of Diversity Pageants USA, having been crowned on August 22, 2026, at the Diversity News Magazine Awards 2026. Dawna Lee Heising holds the title of Mrs. Diversity USA 2026, Nancy Salim is Mrs. Diversity News USA 2026, and H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael holds the title of Mrs. Diversity America USA 2026.
As a special highlight of the evening, the three queens will wear their crowns and sashes for a brief group photo on the red carpet. This special photo opportunity will celebrate their respective titles and their unity as representatives of Diversity Pageants USA, bringing together pageantry, media and humanitarian advocacy at the Health4Peace gala.
Founded by H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael, Health4Peace is dedicated to promoting healthier communities and expanding healthcare opportunities, particularly for underserved communities and villages in Africa.
Three Accomplished Women United for a Common Purpose
Dawna Lee Heising — Award-Winning Actress, Film Producer, Television Host & Event Emcee; Mrs. Diversity USA 2026 — will receive the FENCE and Health Award in recognition of her work inspiring others through health, humanitarian causes, media and community awareness. With her experience in entertainment, film production, television hosting and event emceeing, Heising brings a multifaceted media background to the gala.
Nancy Salim — Entrepreneur, Media Personality & Community Leader; Mrs. Diversity News USA 2026 — will join the distinguished gathering, bringing her experience in entrepreneurship, media and community engagement to an evening dedicated to recognizing individuals who make a positive difference. Her participation reflects the importance of community leadership, professional collaboration and using media platforms to connect people and support meaningful causes.
H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael — International Humanitarian, Healthcare Professional, Television Host, Global Speaker & Philanthropist; Mrs. Diversity America USA 2026 — is the founder of Health4Peace and the driving force behind the organization’s mission to promote healthier communities and expand healthcare opportunities. Through her work in healthcare, humanitarian initiatives, media and global advocacy, she brings together individuals and partners committed to service, collaboration and positive social impact. As Health4Peace prepares for its 5th Annual Fundraising Gala, Beasnael continues to champion the spirit of “Striving Together for Progress.”
Together, the three queens of Diversity Pageants USA represent a shared commitment to leadership, media visibility, community engagement and service. Their participation in the gala underscores how professional accomplishments and public platforms can help bring attention to humanitarian initiatives and encourage meaningful connections.
Celebrating Outstanding Honorees
The 2026 gala will recognize individuals whose work reflects leadership, empowerment, community service, health, humanitarianism and positive social impact.
This year’s announced honorees include:
- Fernando Pullum — Leadership Award: Recognizing his outstanding leadership and dedication to empowering and mentoring inner-city youth through music, education and community engagement.
- Johanna Faruq, Certified Trichologist — Empowerment Award: Recognizing her dedication to advancing health, beauty and wellness while empowering others.
- Miguel A. Nunez Jr. — Victory Award: Recognizing his dedicated support and commitment to the mission of Health4Peace.
- Shedrack Anderson III — Serendipity Award: Recognizing his ability to inspire youth through leadership, creativity and positive community influence.
- Dawna Lee Heising — FENCE and Health Award: Recognizing her work inspiring others through health, humanitarian causes, media and community awareness.
- Mulyawati Farnell — Humanitarian Excellence in Media Award: Recognizing her dedication to humanitarian service and her use of photography, journalism and media to amplify people, important causes and positive change.
Rashad Todd will serve as event producer. Septimius the Great will host the program, with Eugenia Gul serving as co-host.
“The work of Health4Peace is strengthened by people who believe in service, partnership and progress,” said H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael, Founder of Health4Peace. “We are honored to recognize these outstanding individuals and Health4Peace for their dedication and contributions.”
Event Details
Health4Peace 5th Annual Fundraising Gala
Theme: “Striving Together for Progress”
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Red Carpet: 4:00 p.m.
Showtime: 6:00 p.m.
Venue: Robby’s Restaurant
7100 Santa Monica Blvd., Unit 150
West Hollywood, CA 90046
Tickets: $100 per person, including dinner and champagne.
About Health4Peace
Health4Peace is a nonprofit organization founded by H.E. Dr. Nathalie Beasnael, dedicated to bringing people and partners together to promote healthier communities and expand healthcare opportunities. Through humanitarian initiatives, Health4Peace works to address healthcare needs and improve lives, particularly in underserved communities and villages in Africa.
For more information, visit https://health4peace.com/.
Follow Health4Peace on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Health4Peace.
Media Contacts
Alex Leon
World Wide Vital Marketing & Public Relations Inc.
Phone: (213) 867-1997
Esteban Steven Escobar
Diversity News Magazine | Diversity Pageants USA | Diversity News Media Foundation
Phone: (213) 321-9408