Cover image via Philippine Daily Inquirer
Pia Wurtzbach reminisced the past five months since she was crowned the "most beautiful woman in the universe" by reminding herself of the responsibilities she's carrying on her shoulders
Ms. Universe 2015 remembered the joy that she felt while walking on the stage as Miss Philippines
Image via Nick Verreos
**Her photo comes with a caption:**
"I will never forget how proud I was to be wearing my country's name and walking on that stage in front of millions. Also seeing so many Philippine flags around me in the theater…"
Her passion to represent everyone, from every country, captured the hearts of her fans
"But now that I am Miss Universe, I represent you. Wherever you may come from. Whatever your belief is. I am your ally. I am proud to be a Filipina, I am proud to be Asian, I am proud to be a woman and I am proud of my LGBT friends."
Image via Bianca Pangilinan
She posted this not only to remind us about her responsibilities, but to give us awareness on the pressing issue of [HIV and AIDS] (https://www.aids.gov/news-and-events/awareness-days/asian-pacific-islander/) in the country
"Today is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS awareness day. Slowly but surely, we will be not classified as 'others' anymore. I promise to be the voice of people of color. It's my great honor and responsibility," added Ms. Wurtzbach on her [post] (https://www.instagram.com/p/BFnMTWVLpQE/).
Ms. Wurtzbach's fans gave their all out support to her as she continuously pursues her passion and advocacies:
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Ms. Pia Wurtzbach also joined tens of thousands of supporters at New York City's annual AIDS Walk last 16 May. The beauty queen had a message for the Philippine government to step up its efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Watch Pia Wurtzbach as she gives her message to presumptive President Rodrigo Duterte during AIDS Walk in NYC:
