It has gained traction for transgender advocacy, raising awareness about queer culture and LGBT concerns, particularly in countries where transphobia and homophobia are prevalent.

[5][6][7][8][9] The pageant presents itself as a safe space for transgender women to share their experiences through speeches, talent shows, and artistic performances.

[10][11][12] Mela Habijan of the Philippines won the first edition of Miss Trans Global in an event held virtually on September 12, 2020.

They aimed to create an inclusive and accessible space for all transgender women from diverse backgrounds to express themselves on an international stage without leaving their homes or country.

The organizing team includes Sally Adams, a media and entertainment lawyer, Rica Paras, an information technology professional, and Imanni Da Silva, a model, artist, television presenter, and social activist.

In 2019, transgender pageant winner Anita Green[26][27] filed a suit against Miss United States LLC on the grounds of gender identity discrimination.

[31] The court filing submitted by Miss United States constantly misgendered Green and used derogatory words to invalidate the complainant's gender identity.

Sociologist and feminist campaigner Finn Mackay stated in an interview with The Guardian, that reducing womanhood to fertility and genitals trivialises the damage done by patriarchy influenced by politics when it comes to sexuality and gender.

An associate of the Miss Trans Global's team, Yunieski Carey Herrera, was murdered by her partner on November 17, 2020, in Miami, Florida.

According to the organisation, the top 5 winners of Miss Trans Global work as spokespersons on transgender and LGBT issues worldwide.

"[59] The pageant considers itself as a digital and physical space for transgender women from different backgrounds who are driven through activism to highlight the plight of LGBT people in their various countries.

Miss Mela Franco Habijan from the Philippines became the first ever winner of the competition, in a coronation ceremony streamed live on YouTube and Facebook.