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HAILING from Borongan City, Kathreen Kaye Dacanay is set to represent Samar Island in the highly anticipated Miss Universe Philippines national pageant.
Dacanay told The Manila Times in an exclusive interview that her passion for women's empowerment stems from being raised by a strong single mother.
"I know how hard life gets for women, and I'm determined to work alongside the organization and likeminded brands who share the same morals and principles with me," Dacanay said.
BEAUTIFUL ISLANDER Kathreen Kaye Dacanay of Borongan City in Samar Island rides on her passion for women's empowerment as she competes in the highly anticipated Miss Universe Philippines national pageant. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
"I believe together, we can empower women, thus society and generations to come as well," she added.
Dacanay said her youthful age and novice status in national pageants give her a leverage, enabling her to continually improve and raise the bar, which she believes is a crucial trait for beauty queens to possess.
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"It's quite challenging, but this journey has helped me improve and become a better version of myself," she said.
"I'm training holistically, but at the end of the day, I remind myself to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity," she added.
She has been participating in beauty pageants since age 11, winning various titles, including the regional crown of Miss Pintados in 2023, before competing for the Miss Universe Philippines Samar Island title.
The coronation night for Miss Universe Philippines 2025 is on May 2, 2025, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, where 66 candidates will vie for the title and the opportunity to represent the Philippines at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand.
