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
2. Jennifer
3. Brenda
4. Lilet
5. Jessie
6. Lucimar
7. Liza
8. Melody B
9. Gina
10. Melody D
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: 5pm
Pageant 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 Jhermination
Daisy Esguerra, Mrs Universe England 2025
Arriba Filipina
CWC
3B’s Barbeque
Mervic and Russell Montecillo
Maita Martín, Ms Universe
Kabayan Korner
RLC Residences
Nutrinnovation Ltd
Skin Faciality
Southeast East and East Asian Women's Association
About the United Domestic Workers Association
UDWA-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: inourbeautyfilm@gmail.com