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PARAÑAQUE pride Jenny Kim Agasid, a distinguished graduate of Lyceum of the Philippines Manila with a degree in International Travel and Tourism Management, is set to represent her city in the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) pageant.
PARAÑAQUE BEAUTY Parañaque’s Jenny Kim Agasid, a graduate of Lyceum of the Philippines-Manila, is competing in the Miss Universe Philippines pageant with a purpose: to raise awareness for autism, a cause deeply personal to her due to her nephew’s diagnosis. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Agasid opened up to The Manila Times about her strong advocacy for autism awareness, a cause close to her heart due to her nephew's diagnosis with mild autism spectrum disorder.
"During my college years, I had the experience of taking care of him and navigating the challenges he faces," Agasid said.
"He is one of my biggest inspirations in my MUPH journey, and I am determined to be a voice for him and others in similar situations, especially those who are struggling financially," she added.
Agasid's vision is to pave the way for a more compassionate society by creating opportunities that empower individuals with autism, promoting a world where everyone can thrive.
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Her pageant career took off with a string of notable titles, including Miss Olivarez College 2016 and Miss Philippine Island 2017-Teen Glory of Universe.
During the Binibining Parañaque 2019, she wound up 3rd runner-up and represented San Dionisio, Parañaque City, in Mutya ng Pilipinas 2019.
"Being a candidate of such a prestigious pageant is a huge honor and entails a lot of responsibilities," Agasid said.
"A lot of preparations are being done physically and also emotionally, but with the help of my support system, I believe that we can make it," she ended.
Sixty-nine aspiring beauty queens from the Philippines and overseas Filipino communities are vying for the top spot in the 2025 Miss Universe Philippines pageant, with the winner earning the prestigious title and the opportunity to represent the country at the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand.
