👑 From Bed Bound to Ms. Ireland – Universe International® 2026/2027: A Journey of Healing, Advocacy, and Global Purpose 🇮🇪✨
Not too long ago, our founder Berta Kaguako 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 bed bound and genuinely believed her life, as she once knew it, was over.
Like so many individuals navigating chronic illness, Berta experienced the devastating physical, emotional, and mental toll that can come when your health strips away your independence, confidence, and vision for the future. For many, these moments can feel final — as though diagnosis defines the rest of their story.
But Berta’s story is a powerful reminder that even in life’s darkest moments, there is still hope. ❤️‍🔥
Through years of unwavering resilience, education, holistic healing, deep personal commitment, and determination, Berta began the difficult but transformative work of rebuilding her life. Her journey has not been immediate, nor has it been easy. Healing is rarely linear, and true transformation requires patience, persistence, and a willingness to continue showing up for yourself even when progress feels slow.
Now over four years into her own healing journey, Berta’s story stands as living proof that healing is possible, and that success can look different for every individual. For some, success may mean symptom management or reclaiming daily independence. For others, it may mean building a new purpose from adversity. There is no singular path — only the deeply personal journey of continuing to move forward.
In April 2026, Berta’s remarkable transformation reached an extraordinary milestone when she proudly became the official representative of Ireland as Ms. Ireland – Universe International® 2026/2027. 👑
This prestigious title is far more than a personal accomplishment. It represents an opportunity to step onto an international platform, represent Ireland on the global stage in Las Vegas, and use her voice to advocate for:
➡️ Chronic illness awareness and empowerment
➡️ Disability representation
➡️ Holistic health, healing, and botanical medicine education
➡️ Women’s health advocacy
➡️ Resilience, hope, and life beyond survival
Universe International® is a platform that celebrates leadership, advocacy, empowerment, and social impact. Through this title, Berta is honoured to not only represent her country, but also to amplify EthVida’s mission internationally — proving that chronic illness does not mean the end of ambition, beauty, purpose, or achievement.
As founder of EthVida, Berta remains deeply committed to creating accessible educational resources, advocacy initiatives, and holistic wellness support for those navigating chronic illness and complex health conditions. EthVida’s platform encourages individuals to do the work necessary for healing while recognising that every journey is unique, every timeline is different, and success should be defined by the individual living it.
Berta’s journey is about more than a crown.
It is about:
✔️ Survival
✔️ Healing
✔️ Advocacy
✔️ Representation
✔️ Education
✔️ Empowerment
Most importantly, it is about showing others that no matter how impossible life may feel, your story does not have to end where your illness began.
For every individual who has ever felt that chronic illness, disability, or adversity has stolen their future — 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 rebuild a life that is meaningful, beautiful, and deeply purposeful.
Through EthVida’s educational platform, advocacy work, and holistic resources, Berta hopes to continue supporting others as they navigate their own healing journeys — reminding them that while success may look different for everyone, hope remains, and transformation is possible.
Never give up on yourself.
Your life is not over.
Your healing matters.
And you have the power to create something extraordinary too. ✨
Follow Berta’s journey as she proudly represents Ireland, advocates for chronic illness, disability awareness, holistic health, and healing, and steps boldly onto the international stage.
Join us in celebrating inclusivity, resilience, and the power of every individual story. 👑✨
🎰 See you in Vegas!