Joy Barcoma Graces PIPOL mgZn’s Maiden Issue Cover

When Beauty Moves Purpose, Stories Move the Earth

PIPOL mgZn proudly unveils its maiden issue, featuring Miss Earth Philippines 2025 Joy Barcoma on the cover. This launch introduces a fresh platform in Philippine publishing, celebrating not only beauty and glamour but also advocacy, authenticity, and a meaningful purpose.

As the sister magazine of Village Pipol, PIPOL mgZn focuses on Entertainment, Business, and Real PIPOL Stories, bringing a fresh, authentic voice to stories that truly matter to Filipinos across the nation.

Joy Barcoma, as the magazine’s first-ever cover girl, perfectly embodies the essence of real PIPOL stories. Beyond her crown and captivating presence, Joy embodies advocacy and depth, committed to creating meaningful change in her community. Her story shows readers that a true queen defines herself by the purpose she serves and the values she embodies.

Joy's journey to the Miss Earth Philippines 2025 stage is a story of passion, independence, and authenticity.

“Beyond the crown, I’m just a person who’s deeply passionate about my advocacy,” Barcoma said in her exclusive interview with PIPOL mgZn. 

“When something is meaningful to me, I give it my all. I’ve always been independent, and I ensure that everything I do reflects my values, core, and purpose.” 

Her words reflect a commitment beyond personal achievement, showing how her passion and values drive meaningful change for others.

“At the end of the day, it’s not about how big the impact looks to others—it’s about knowing that I’m creating positive change within my community and for myself. And if I deem that what I'm doing is for the betterment of the people, the community, and society, then I feel like I'm on the right path,” she added.

In launching its first issue with Joy Barcoma as its cover, PIPOL mgZn reinforces its belief in stories that reflect connection and sincerity. Behind every page and story lies a passion to connect with people, reflecting the magazine’s mission to stay rooted in real experiences.

Just as PIPOL celebrates authenticity and purpose in every narrative, Joy’s story mirrors the heart that drives the magazine forward.

“At PIPOL, we aim to share stories that are relatable, authentic, and inspiring—narratives that truly resonate with our readers,” said Inyi Yruma, Managing Director. “Having Joy as our very first cover perfectly embodies the essence of PIPOL. Her story of resilience, authenticity, and staying true to her core truly deserves the spotlight.” 

Just like Joy, PIPOL mgZn celebrates stories that go deeper than beauty, focusing on purpose, passion, and real story. Each page captures the essence of real PIPOL and their meaningful journeys. Through its maiden issue, the magazine stands as a testament to storytelling that uplifts, empowers, and reminds readers that every person has a story worth telling.

Joy Barcoma: Her Journey, Her Joy, Her Truth

Photo courtesy of Xyruz Barcelona

Joy’s journey did not end, but it unfolded with genuine joy and unshakeable truth. She continues to carry her advocacy to fight corruption among young minds while promoting awareness in the digital age.

She represents a new generation of empowered women who use their platforms for purpose. Through her intelligence, dedication, and heartfelt advocacy, she showed true empowerment, representing the Philippines with grace, warmth and unwavering sincerity.

The maiden issue of PIPOL draws inspiration from the five elements: earth, air, fire, water, and pearl of the orient. These elements symbolize strength, grace, passion, depth, and purity—qualities that define not only the magazine’s stories but also the spirit of its first-ever cover girl, Miss Earth Philippines 2025 Joy Barcoma.

Although Joy may not have secured any of the Miss Earth elemental titles, but she carried herself with confidence and dignity, radiating the grace and heart of a true Miss Earth queen throughout her journey.

“I want to be remembered as the queen of the people, someone who feels for the people, someone who speaks for the people, and someone who stands up for my people. Because at the end of the day, before becoming Miss Philippines Earth, I am first a Filipino, and I'd like to remain that way by championing Filipino values, by always carrying with me the heritage and culture of a Filipino person. And of course, championing the Philippines in whatever stage I step on.”

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