Binibining Migrante 2026

The United Domestic Workers Association presents… Binibining Migrante 2026. Forget what you know about pageants — our members are transforming the stage into a space of resistance, reclaiming beauty on their own terms. Binibining Migrante ('Miss Migrant' in Tagalog) is a beauty pageant for-and-by domestic workers: all of the candidates are survivors of human trafficking and modern-day slavery. They are bravely using the stage to build back their confidence and feel beautiful as survivors, as domestic workers, as women.Hosted by Filipino entertainer and singer Ela Hidalgo, 10 Filipino domestic workers will be competing for the crown across rounds showcasing their cat-walking skills and hidden talents. Expect glitz, glamour, iconic looks and tears of joy.Meet our 10 candidates:1. Lorgie, from Negros Island2. Jennifer, from Ormoc City3. Brenda, from Urdaneta City4. Lilet, from Masbate City5. Jessie, from Dipolog City 6. Lucimar, from Zamboanga City7. Liza, from Alcala8. Melody B, from Caramines Sur9. Gina, from Quezon Province 10. Melody D, from Baguio City Watch these domestic workers step into the spotlight and become the divas they were born to be. Binibining Migrante 2026 is UDWA's first beauty pageant and we are so excited that to be working with a film crew to make a short film, “In Our Beauty” (dir. Aria Danaparamita), documenting our journey to the stage. We will be filming throughout the pageant: if you do not want to be on camera, please let us know upon arrival and we will make sure the documentary team is aware. You can read about our documentary here: https://refugeeweek.org/new-documentary-spotlights-survivors-staging-a-subversive-beauty-pageant/ Ticket pricing:£25: General admission, includes dinner (Filipino food)£35: General admission with dinner and a limited edition Binibining Migrante 2026 tote bag (tote bag will also be available to purchase on the day for £15)£50: General admission with dinner, tote bag, and extra donation to UDWA in support of their core operations, including their rescue work£75: VIP ticket to the pageant in London including dinner and special seating by the judges, meet and greet with the candidates, and link to stream an exclusive preview version of the film (available in summer 2027) - only 10 available. Schedule:Doors open: 5pmPageant start: 5:30pm Pageant crowning and end: 9:30pm We will have with intermissions in between segments and dinner half-way through. We will have soft drinks for sale throughout the event. If you have specific dietary restrictions, you're welcome to bring your own food. So… who will get the crown? Join us on Saturday 14 November to find out. Thank you to our incredible sponsors in the UK, the Philippines, and beyond for making this pageant possible through their support and donations:Ali Haj Jhermy of JherminationDaisy Esguerra, Mrs Universe England 2025 Arriba FilipinaCWC3B’s BarbequeMervic and Russell MontecilloMaita Martín, Ms Universe Kabayan KornerRLC ResidencesNutrinnovation LtdSkin Faciality Southeast East and East Asian Women's AssociationOur Kickstarter supporter community About the United Domestic Workers AssociationUDWA-UK is a grassroots organisation, for-and-by migrant domestic workers, rescuing migrant domestic workers from exploitation, helping them rebuild their lives, and campaigning for their rights in the UK. Established in 2012 as the Filipino Domestic Workers Association, we are one of the leading charities supporting migrant domestic workers in the UK. CIO registration no: 1211889 Want to help with the pageant or documentary? Please email: [email protected]