DUBAI: Florie Fye Mendigoria waves as she is crowned Mrs. OFW Dakilang Ina 2018. She told The Filipino Times she decided to work abroad to help her husband with the family’s financial needs.
Mrs. OFW Dakilang Ina 2018 is a salute to mothers working as household helps in the UAE.
Consul General Paul Raymund Cortes and spouse, Dr. Yasmin Balajadia-Cortes, chair of the civic group, Filipino Ladies of Dubai (FLD), graced the recently held coronation.
Standing from left are: Ryan Paciones, fashion designer; Melycar Baguitan, 4th runner-up; Sherry de Luna, 3rd runner-up; Emerita Licayan, Mrs. KKB 2017; Dr. Cortes; Florie Fye Mendigoria who holds the title as Mrs. OFW Dakilang Ina 2018; Congen Cortes; Jocelyn Gonzales Mandalos, 1st runner-up; Reeza Simpson and Erickson Reyes, members of the organizing group. Seated from left are: Eva Junsay Barrios, Sheila Labilles, Zussie Palconit, Jo Gonzales-Buaya and Jojo Lapore.
The pageant, which had 12 contestants, held its coronation on Nov. 9 at Avenue Hotel in Al Rigga, Dubai. (Supplied photos)
