Name: Johanna Danver Adelmund

Words: Jeminah Birkner

Photography: Custer Aranas

Johanna’s story is one of resilience, compassion, and unyielding determination. In the Philippines, she dedicated herself to working in a crisis center, providing essential support to underprivileged street children and rape victims. Despite the emotional toll and the demanding nature of her work, Johanna found profound fulfilment in helping those in need, her compassion shining through in her every action.

Her journey took a significant turn when she moved to Germany, facing the daunting challenges of adjusting to a new culture and language. Determined to work and integrate herself into her new environment, Johanna took on various jobs, starting as a house cleaner and kitchen helper. Her relentless spirit and dedication to helping others never wavered.

Currently, Johanna is pursuing her Ausbildung (vocational training) to become a nurse, driven by her passion for caregiving and supporting those in need. Despite her internal struggles and the difficulties she faced, she found solace and motivation in participating in beauty pageants. Her perseverance paid off when she won titles such as Hot Summer Babe Universe 2017 and Miss Amazing Europe 2019.

Johanna’s commitment to helping people extends beyond her professional life. She continually seeks ways to support and uplift others, believing that acts of kindness, no matter how small, can have a far-reaching impact.

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