As Pride Month unfolds, public figures Baus Rufo and Joy Barcoma have taken the opportunity to express their views on the significance of this celebration for the LGBT+ community.
In a recent interview, Rufo, a social media influencer, emphasized that Pride is about embracing one’s individuality and the divine uniqueness each person possesses.
Pride is stepping into your full power knowing that the divine or the superior being chose you to have those specific skills and talents and experiences and stories.
Baus Rufo, Content Creator
Rufo describes his journey as one where authenticity is paramount. He noted that being true to oneself naturally serves as representation for the broader queer community.
Joy Barcoma, crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2025, echoed these sentiments, stating that Pride represents freedom and equality for all genders.
Pride is having the rights to enjoy the life that you deserve, having the same and equal rights as the other genders that we have in society.
Joy Barcoma, Miss Philippines Earth 2025
Barcoma expressed her commitment to advocating for the SOGIE Bill, which aims to ensure equal rights for the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Baus Rufo highlights the importance of personal authenticity.
- Joy Barcoma advocates for equal rights and the SOGIE Bill.
Both personalities are also featured on the game show 'The People Have Spoken,' which airs every Saturday on GMA Network. Their engagement in media continues to raise awareness and foster discussions around LGBTQ+ issues.
As the Philippines navigates social change, the voices of Rufo and Barcoma reflect a youthful, vibrant push toward inclusivity and recognition of diversity.