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Victoria Franco Fernandez is a passionate advocate for animal welfare, a dedicated fitness enthusiast, and a spiritual seeker, whose journey has been shaped by her commitment to making a positive impact on the world. With a profound understanding of balance and self-awareness, she seamlessly integrates her diverse passions into her personal and professional life. As she prepares to represent Australia at the upcoming Miss Europe Continental, Victoria continues to inspire others through her work, her values, and her unyielding dedication to personal growth and making a difference. In this interview, she shares her journey, insights, and the causes closest to her heart.
Your work with animal shelters is inspiring—what sparked your passion for this cause, and how do you hope to make a difference through your platform?
My passion for animal welfare was first sparked when I started traveling overseas and saw the immense number of homeless dogs in countries like Bali, Turkey, and India. I felt it was important to take notice and educate myself about ways I could help the dogs and the communities they live in. This is what I hope to do through my platform as well: to bring awareness to these issues and help communities that need support.
As someone who values health and fitness, how do you balance maintaining your physical well-being with the demands of modeling and competing in pageants?
I think the two go hand in hand. Without one, you can’t truly have the other. This is something that takes time and effort to master, and it’s constantly tested by our surroundings, environments, and the friendships we choose. How I do anything is how I do everything, so balance and self-awareness are key. Without our health, we cannot achieve our purpose, and we cannot be a positive force to our friends, family, and planet. So consciously choosing to practice restraint and discipline is paramount, as is really observing our patterns and behaviors so we can be the best versions of ourselves.
Spirituality plays an important role in your life. How does it guide your daily decisions, and how has it influenced your journey in both modeling and pageantry?
Spirituality ties into absolutely everything I do on a daily basis and on a soul level. I am a student of Kabbalah, and my teacher, David Ghiyam, has helped me beyond measure through his classes. By connecting to the light and opening my awareness, I feel certainty in my decisions and protected always. Learning to be proactive, not reactive, on my journey has been immensely helpful. Whenever anything arises, it’s so important to pause, take a step back, and ask yourself, “What is this here to teach me? What is the universe trying to tell me that needs correction in my soul?” Everything happens for a reason. Every person we meet, every event we go through, and every situation we encounter are there as guides and mirrors so we can learn and grow. It’s so important to be thankful for it all!
Competing in Miss Europe Continental in Italy next April is an exciting opportunity! What are you most looking forward to about representing Australia on an international stage?
I am most looking forward to the experience and the memories I will make. It’s about the journey for me and the memories we create along the way that shape us into who we are. I am a Leo Rising, so I love being creative and shining. It’s part of who I am, and connecting with people is important, as we can achieve so much more in partnership than alone. I look forward to connecting with new companies and professionals in the fashion world. I love traveling, so experiencing it all in Italy is a dream come true for me! It’s also my first time in Italy, which is so exciting!
With your multifaceted passions—animal welfare, health, spirituality, and modeling—how do you integrate these into a cohesive vision for your personal and professional future?
To continue integrating them all into my future, it is important for me to always be seeking to learn and grow. I aim to stay true to my vision with integrity and humility, take action and initiative within causes that are close to my heart, and be honest while having acceptance within myself and toward others. And, of course, the most important thing of all is to always trust the process.
What message or values do you hope to share with the world through your participation in Miss Europe Continental?
I hope to share a lot of what I’ve shared today in this interview and hopefully much more, as I’m forever evolving and growing.
In modeling, pageantry, and beyond, what inspires you to keep striving for your goals even in the face of challenges?
The universe will never give us a challenge we cannot overcome. The magic of miracles and the power within us and the universe inspire me to keep growing and learning. Helping others achieve and awaken to their potential is a big part of that. Every interaction is a chance to make a positive impact, learn something new, and grow together as one.