Unwavering confidence and fearless determination are the essence of modern womanhood, this year's Mutia ti La Union (Miss La Union) and the provincial government of La Union believe.

This year's theme, "EmpowHER," thus hopes to inspire all to push boundaries and shape a future that celebrates diversity, challenges social norms and breaks stereotypes.  

After they were officially sashed, 20 candidates marked the beginning of their journey towards empowering their communities and embodying the unwavering confidence and fearless determination of women in La Union.

Reigning titleholder, Supiden's Kristine Billy Mateo Tabaday, who won exactly a year ago, will crown her successor tonight, 2 March, at the Baywalk Poro Point in the City of San Fernando, La Union.