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Valerie West on her role model: 'She is an inspiring person'
Valerie Pawid West, 22, is making history as the first candidate from Ifugao to compete in Miss Universe Philippines.
West, who grew up in the US and works as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), is proud to represent her Filipino heritage.
She sees her participation as an opportunity to reconnect with her family and roots in Ifugao.
West acknowledges the challenge of competing against many veteran contestants but embraces being labeled a 'dark horse'.
She aims to learn from experienced contestants like Winwyn Marquez and Chelsea Manalo while bringing her own fresh perspective and passion to the competition.
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