Ms. Ireland – Universe International® 2026/2027
From Bed Bound to Ms. Ireland
A Journey of Healing, Advocacy, and Global Purpose
A journey of healing, resilience, advocacy, and purpose. Discover how Berta
Kaguako transformed some of life’s most difficult challenges into a platform
for education, representation, and positive change.
The Beginning
When Everything Changed
N
ot too long ago, Berta faced some of the most difficult chapters of her life. Living with complex chronic illness, disability, and multiple
long-term health challenges, there was a time when she was predominantly
bed bound and believed the life she once knew had come to an end.
Like many individuals navigating chronic illness, she experienced the physical,
emotional, and mental impact that can occur when health challenges affect
independence, confidence, and future aspirations.
Healing is rarely linear. Through years of determination, education, holistic
approaches, and a deep commitment to personal growth, Berta began the
gradual process of rebuilding her life.
Her journey was not defined by quick fixes or overnight success, but by
consistently choosing to move forward — even during the most challenging
moments.
More than four years into her healing journey, her story stands as a reminder
that progress is possible and that success can take many different forms.
A Defining Moment
Representing Ireland On The
Global Stage
In April 2026, Berta proudly became the official representative of Ireland
as Ms. Ireland– Universe International® 2026/2027.
More than a personal achievement, this milestone created an
opportunity to represent Ireland internationally and use a global platform
to advocate for the causes that matter most, including chronic illness
awareness, disability representation, women’s health, and holistic
wellbeing.
More than a crown
What This Journey Represents
This achievement is about far more than a title. It represents a journey built
on perseverance, growth, and a commitment to helping others.
Survival
Choosing to keep moving forward through adversity.
Empowerment
Helping others believe that positive change is possible.
Advocacy
Using lived experience to support and educate others.
Representation
Creating visibility for disability and chronic illness communities.
A Message Of Hope
Your Story Doesn’t End Where Your
Illness Begins
For anyone who has ever felt that chronic illness, disability, or adversity
has taken away their future, this journey serves as a reminder that there
is still possibility.
Healing takes work. Healing takes patience. Healing takes courage.
But with the right support, education, and determination, it is possible to
create a life that feels meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling.
“Sometimes the challenges we face become the very reason we’re able to
support others.”
Success looks different for everyone, and every journey follows its own
path. What matters most is continuing to move forward.
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Ms. Ireland – Universe International® 2026/2027
From Bed Bound to
Ms. Ireland
A Journey of Healing, Advocacy, and
Global Purpose
A journey of healing, resilience, advocacy, and
purpose. Discover how Berta Kaguako transformed
some of life’s most difficult challenges into a platform
for education, representation, and positive change.
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Harmonia Podcast
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Healing is rarely linear. Through years of determination, education, holistic approaches,
and a deep commitment to personal growth,
Berta began the gradual process of rebuilding
her life.
Her journey was not defined by quick fixes or overnight success, but by consistently choosing
to move forward — even during the most challenging moments.
More than four years into her healing journey,
her story stands as a reminder that progress is possible and that success can take
many different forms.
A Defining Moment
Representing Ireland On The
Global Stage
In April 2026, Berta proudly became the official representative of Ireland as Ms. Ireland – Universe International® 2026/2027.
More than a personal achievement, this milestone
created an opportunity to represent Ireland
internationally and use a global platform to advocate for
the causes that matter most, including chronic illness awareness, disability representation, women’s health,
and holistic wellbeing.
More than a crown
What This Journey Represents
This achievement is about far more than a title. It
represents a journey built
on perseverance, growth, and a commitment to helping others.
Survival
Choosing to keep moving forward through adversity.
Empowerment
Helping others believe that positive change is possible.
Advocacy
Using lived experience to support and educate others.
Representation
Creating visibility for disability and chronic illness communities.
Your Story Doesn’t End Where
Your Illness Begins
For anyone who has ever felt that chronic illness,
disability, or adversity has taken away their future, this journey serves as a reminder that there is still possibility.
Healing takes work. Healing takes patience.
Healing takes courage.
But with the right support, education, and determination,
it is possible to create a life that feels meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling.
“Sometimes the challenges we face become the very reason we’re able to support others.”
Success looks different for everyone, and every journey follows its own path. What matters most is continuing to
move forward.
Ready to Explore EthVida?
Help us expand access to trusted stigma-free healthcare