Miss Universe Philippines 2022, the 3rd edition of the Miss Universe Philippines, will be held on 30th April 2022at the Mall of Asia Arena in Bay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. Beatrice Luigi Gomez of Cebu City will crown her successor at the end of the event finale.

Baguio City’s Ghenesis Latugat hails from Tabuk City, Kalinga and is a 22 years-old 4th year students of Saint Louis University taking up Bachelor of Science in Architecture. After graduating from Tabuk City National High School, Ghenesis finished senior high school at the University of the Cordilleras in Baguio City where she studied science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

“One step closer to another empowered woman’s dream. It’s time for this Igorota to leave a mark on the Universe. Overwhelmed and grateful for all your unending support! I can’t wait to bring my city, my people, and my heritage on my journey to the universe!” the diva shared.

Not new to pageantry, her first beauty pageant title was Miss Tabuk City National High School 2014. Ghenesis went on to compete in various local beauty pageants. She was was Miss St. Joseph – Innandilla 2015 second runner-up, Miss Tabuk City Agriculture 2016, Miss Silka 2016, Miss Baguio 2016 fourth runner-up, Miss Cordillera Queen of Festivals 2016 and Miss Sophie La Trinidad 2017 second runner-up.

With her vast experience, she is definitely emerging as a potential candidate to represent Philippines at the international stage as she is confident, passionate and determined to represent and uplift her country, her people and the culture.