Joy Barcoma, may matapang na paninindigan kontra sa “performative” label

• Joy Barcoma speaks out against the widespread use of the label “performative” online
• She explains that labeling people may limit their growth and self-discovery
• She admits she once had a similar mindset before changing her perspective
• She encourages understanding, awareness, and support instead of judgment

Miss Earth Philippines 2025 Joy Barcoma shared her thoughts on the growing use of the term “performative” on social media, saying that labeling people this way may cause more harm than understanding.

In the May 16 episode of YSpeak 2.0, Joy joined a discussion on public expression and speaking up on social issues, where she was asked about the controversial label often used online to describe people seen as insincere in their advocacy or behavior.

The term “performative” has become widely used across social media, often directed at users and personalities who post about causes or beliefs that others feel are not consistently reflected offline.

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Joy challenged the mindset, admitting she once thought the same way but later changed her view.

“I used to have that mindset when it comes to people, but I also learned na mali siya in a way,” she said.

She explained that labeling people can limit their growth.

“If we're going to label people, we're restricting them from being their true selves and from reaching their full capabilities as a person,” she said.

Joy also noted that expression itself is part of human behavior.

“Remember, we're all performative in a way. We perform for people. We perform for the people that we love. We perform for ourselves,” she said.

She added that awareness and expression online can lead to positive change.

“Sana hindi natin nililimit ang tao as performative, because remember that change starts from awareness,” she said.

Joy also warned that excessive labeling can divide people.

“Kung hahanap tayo ng mas maraming kaaway, we're not able to reach a unified change in the future,” she said.

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She encouraged a more supportive approach instead.

“We should just support them and encourage them na maging hindi lang performative but a person who is principled when it comes to their advocacies and beliefs,” she said.

Joy Barcoma is a Filipino beauty queen and disaster resilience advocate who was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2025. Representing Bacoor City, Cavite, she went on to compete on the international stage, where she finished as a runner-up in the Miss Earth 2025 competition.

In another report, Joy Barcoma expressed her strong support for Bea Millan-Windorski amid growing online scrutiny questioning her identity. The beauty queen highlighted Bea’s consistent involvement in Filipino-centered advocacies and her genuine efforts in representing her community. Bea also responded to criticisms circulating online, including remarks about her physical appearance that sparked debate on social media. She further shared that Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch served as her inspiration to remain resilient despite public pressure.

Meanwhile, Joy Barcoma looked back on a previous controversy she faced in the pageant world back in 2021 involving allegations tied to illegal substance use. She clarified that she was not the one who started the rumor and said she immediately coordinated with the organization and other candidates to address the issue and defend her name. Barcoma also disclosed that she issued a formal demand letter seeking an apology from those who spread the accusations. Over time, she said she has learned to accept public criticism as part of living a life in the spotlight.

Source: KAMI.com.gh