

Eva Manifarges @eva_manifarges

In this special edition of Perumira, we proudly introduce Eva Manifarges, a remarkable young woman who truly embodies the spirit of Miss Unity Netherlands 2026: growth, resilience, and purpose.
For Eva, this journey is far more than a beauty competition — it is a powerful process of self-discovery. She has learned to choose herself, to embrace her voice, and to understand that real change begins from within. Her personal transformation is extraordinary: in just one year, she lost 25 kilos through discipline, commitment, and self-love. Training three times a week required dedication and strength, but Eva’s determination proves that anything is possible when your heart is fully invested.
After losing her father, Eva found her greatest strength in perseverance, one of the core values she represents today. Through her platform Kindness_Power, she advocates against bullying and inspires others with the example she once needed herself. Eva Manifarges is not only a finalist — she is a voice for kindness, courage, and positive impact.

1.- Eva, what does it mean to you to be a finalist for Miss Unity Netherlands 2026? What personal significance does this journey have for you?
For me it means growing and being allowed to be yourself.
I choose myself and Many people think that you only think about yourself, but here you can and learn to choose for yourself.
Wanneer besefte je dat deze competitie meer is dan alleen een schoonheidswedstrijd.
I quickly realised this when I noticed that it is not just about appearance, but about making an impact and inspiring others with what you stand for.
I have lost 25 kilos in a year and am finally very happy with myself and how I look. I did this for myself and not for another discipline and going to the gym 3 times a week is hard work but if you want something you can do it.
2.- Which core values of Miss Unity do you recognise most strongly in yourself?
The core value I see in myself is perseverance.
After my lost from my dad i think that a that he learn me you can achieve your goals if you set your mind to it
3.- How has this journey influenced your self-confidence and personal development?
By gaining more self-confidence and learning to put myself first
A lesson i not always do but every step and hard work i grow
When i was younger they bully my now i know how te stand up for myself
4.- What motivates you to give your best every day in this competition?
It motivates me to be able to speak out for my advocacy to stop bullying and to be an example, which I needed at the time
5.- What sets you apart as a finalist in this edition of Miss Unity Netherlands 2026?
I distinguish myself through my own platform kindness_power here I come out with my adocacy
And also with my voice tell everyone like i did on school!
6.- How do you prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for the different phases of the process?
I’m a real planning freak so I planned a lot in advance for this process so I could prepare well and I knew what to expect.
7.- What role does discipline play in your preparation and daily routine?
The role of wanting to do something and not giving up, also because of my past of being bullied, I would like to show that you can do more than you thought and that dreams can even become reality
8.- What does ‘unity’ mean to you, both in competition and in everyday life?
For me, unity means being able to make a difference together in everyday life. I stand at the market and then we are a team, everyone goes home with a smile.
9.- How do you deal with pressure, expectations and visibility in the media?
I really like the media and it gives me extra energy to get the best out of myself.
Of course with my platform and telling everyone about it.
10.- As a finalist, what message do you want to convey to young women who look up to you?
Be yourself and believe in yourself. As long as you accept yourself, no one else has to.
11.- What moments in this journey have touched you the most so far?
The Christmas card from someone from the trajectory for the first time that someone listened so well when I told something
When I was younger I had no one to tell thinks zo this is very important to me
12.- How do you see your future after Miss Unity Netherlands 2026, regardless of the final outcome?
In the future, I’d like to travel and teach more, which I really enjoyed. But above all, I don’t want to push myself too hard.
13.- What would you say to women who are hesitant to follow their dreams?
Grab your dreams, you never know how far you’ll go, but if you don’t try you’ll never get there
Also im here now on this beauty pageant and never expect from myself that this is a dream so try something new!
Interview conducted by Jaime Mybs with Eva Manifarges – Netherlands
English language
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