Attract: & Pageantry

Jayra’s Miss Earth Story

know what is in store for you unless you believe in yourself.”

It was July 20, 2022, the day Jayra Aliyah Olivinada, a 4th-year BS Chemistry student, would never forget. A call was received pushing her to continue her Miss Philippine Earth Journey as part of the Top 20, where she was initially not on the roster.

“Just by being there, I knew I had already won; it was a journey that I will treasure forever,” she confessed. Miss Earth Journey

It was both planned and unexpected. Jayra was one of the 40 official candidates for MPE 2022 and has participated in virtual preliminary activities from May to July. On July 15, she found out that she did not make the cut for the Top 20. Sad and disappointed, she went back to her normal life. Yet, during her SIT, she received a call to book the soonest possible flight and continue her MPE journey as a Top 20 finalist.

“I wouldn’t have been able to compete, and be as presentable without my team, my family, friends, the Cadiznons, and all the supporters. This is a collective success, and I am very much honored to share it with all these amazing people,” she said.

Life as a College Student Pageant Queen

Although balancing college and pageantry was difficult, she had to complete her MPE activities, photoshoots, and her SIT in La Carlota. “It was very tiring to be honest. I had to go back and forth (Cadiz-La Carlota) to balance both careers. But I was motivated by my team, family, friends, and people around me. Besides, if you love what you do, you’ll always find ways to make things possible and bearable.”

Chemistry and Her Advocacy

From the laboratory to the catwalk, Jayra said, “As an aspiring Chemist, I believe that our bodies are made up of the same elements as the earth; us, humans are called the stewards of nature…Throughout studying this course, it made me realize how important my role is, as a catalyst of change for the good of the environment.” Moreover, her advocacy encompasses “Cleaning up the Coasts for the Cost of all Generations,” focusing on environmental awareness and protection.

Future Endeavors

At present, she does not have any plans to join pageants because of academic priorities. She learned, in her first national pageant, to be more ready, resourceful, and dedicated.

From conquering Miss Philippines Earth 2022 to her academic successes, Jayra surely deserves the limelight that encapsulates persistence and passion.