PhotographerDavid Ryophotographed the men for the 2019 edition.

The Mister Global competition focuses on more than just aesthetics.

Each contestant must give back in some way.

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Jong Woo Kim, a 23-year-old police administration student and model, won the top prize.

As Mister Global, he will become a Global Goodwill Ambassador and take on environmental and charitable projects.

Curious about the international competition?

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Scroll down to see the 38 men who participated in the 2019 Mister Global competition.

Photographer David Ryo snapped the striking portraits of the contestants in their elaborate ensembles.

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Mister Global Male Beauty Pageant Photograph by David Ryo

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo

Male Beauty Pageant by David Ryo