Manila, Philippines - March 11th, 2011 - Mandaluyong City Mayor Benjamin De Castro Abalos, Jr. or "Benhur" officially welcomed the twenty three delegates and the board of directors of Mr. Gay World to his city. The mayor thanked the international delegation for taking the time to visit one of their community project at Unilab GK Village Arkong Bato in Brgy Kapitolyo. The mayor expressed his gratitude in being champions of gay human rights and shared that he also shared these values that all citizens have the right to love and respect regardless of sexual identity and sexual orientation. He continued to share with the delegation of his fight with the national government on a current piece of legislation that would effect access to condoms and other birth control items to their citizens. He feels this is dangerous especially considering the Philippines government's stance on access to HIV/AIDS medication. Then the mayor then presented the key to the city to the President of Mr. Gay World, Eric Butter, his board of directors and the delegates.
The grand finale of Mr. Gay World will be on Sunday, March 13th 8PM at Club Mwah! 3rd Floor, The Venue Tower, 652 Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City (Manila), Philippines. The finale will be hosted by "the King of Talk," Boy Abunda, a popular Filipino television host that is openly gay and in a relationship with his partner of 25 years. He is a staunch supporter of gay rights and gay marriage. International judging panel includes 1969 Miss Universe - Gloria Diaz, Miss Philippines Universe 2002 - Karen Loren Agustin, Editor in Chief of DNA Magazine - Andrew Creagh, Publisher & founder of Winq and Mate Magazines - Remco Teppema, International Make Up Artist - Jorgen Landby, Mr. Gay World 2010 - Charl VanDenBerg, and President of Mr. Gay World - Eric Butter.
The mission of Mr. Gay World (MGW) is to advance national and international gay rights through education and public performance. MGW creates authentic leaders who will take responsibility, not only in his own community but on a global stage, speaking out for equal rights by inspiring those around him. MGW is a genuine and positive role model that will champion equality and diversity in the media both gay and mainstream.
23 Nations including: Australia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Curacao, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Macau, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, Peru, Philippines, South Africa, Spain, United States of America.
For more information on Mr. Gay World please visit
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