"The Filipino spirit is waterproof"

Devastation. Despair. Confusion. Chaos. Pain. Loss.

Amidst all these challenges, the Filipinos have shown unimaginable strength and resilience. In the darkest hours, Filipinos have found reasons....

to smile...

to laugh...

and to hope for a new life.

Beauty with a Heart

I have enjoyed watching beauty pageants since I was a little girl. My heart would leap each time Ms. Philippines would be on stage --- hoping our candidate would clinch the crown. It’s been a bittersweet experience. Like in any competition, there are losses and victories. Recently, our very own Megan Young won the Miss World title for the first time. Now we join the ranks of Brazil and Venezuela who made it to the big four international beauty pageants. Winning in beauty pageants gives pride and joy to any country. It was a shining moment for Filipinos worldwide.

The Beauty with a Purpose ethos gives meaning to these competitions. I believe it’s about influencing and transforming people’s lives in a positive way. Indeed, being a beauty queen is both a privilege and a responsibility. I have high hopes that Megan will succeed in showcasing the essence of a Filipina beauty queen.