The 7th year of World Vision Philippines’ #GirlsCan campaign took center stage at Gateway Mall 1, uniting advocates, artists, and leaders in a shared mission to empower 1,000 Filipino girls through education and leadership opportunities.

The event underscored that #GirlsCan is more than just a campaign—it is a movement that continues to break barriers for young women across the country.

Among those who showed their support were Binibining Pilipinas beauty queens, youth advocate Janina Vela, singer-songwriter Quest, actress Jasmine Curtis, and other personalities who all echoed one message: with the right support, girls can rise above limitations, speak up with courage, and chase their dreams fearlessly.

Bb. Pilipinas International 2025 Katrina Johnson shared a powerful reminder that empowering girls means investing in the future of the nation.

“#GirlsCan is not just a hashtag. It is a movement. Change starts with belief — and that belief starts with us. Let’s be gardeners for the next generation: to nurture their dreams, shower them with love, guide them as they grow, and invest not just in their future, but in the future of the Philippines,” Johnson said.

Content creator and long-time advocate Janina Vela also highlighted the need to champion the character and courage of young girls.

“It’s about creating a generation that sees bravery as beauty. They can do what boys can do. They can be as smart, and they can be as strong. They can have the same potential even if they’re different. When we choose to support one girl today, we are helping build a future filled with courage and possibility,” Vela emphasized.

The celebration marked another milestone for World Vision’s continued advocacy to create a society where every girl can thrive, reminding communities that empowering girls is a collective responsibility.

With the support of partners and advocates, World Vision remains committed to expanding opportunities for education, leadership, and empowerment, helping more girls realize their full potential and inspire change in their communities.