Joheirry Mola Dominguez, who recently won the title of Miss World 2026, has made it clear that she will not abandon her teaching career. Mola, who views her students as her world, is determined to find ways to support them even as she takes on her new responsibilities. After three days in Ho Chi Minh City following the competition in Khanh Hoa, she shared her feelings about her journey in the pageant and her dedication to education.

Emotions After the Crown

Reflecting on the moment she heard "Dominican Republic" announced as the winner, Mola exclaimed, "Oh my God!" She described her disbelief and overwhelming joy at winning, expressing gratitude towards the Miss World organization for their trust in her. Three days post-competition, she feels a deep sense of thankfulness, calling this experience the most wonderful of her life.

Significance of the Crown

For Mola, the crown symbolizes more than beauty; it represents a mission to promote the spirit of "Beauty With a Purpose." She believes true beauty lies in living with purpose and using her influence to foster positive changes. Mola aims to utilize her title to inspire pride among children involved in her community project, Voices of Tomorrow, and hopes to reach more children globally during her upcoming travels.

Continuing Her Teaching Career

As the new school year in the Dominican Republic commenced in late August, Mola shared her strategy for maintaining her teaching role. While participating in the Miss World competition, she stayed connected with her students, ensuring they felt her presence even from afar. Mola is committed to finding support for her students and preparing everything they need while she serves as Miss World, emphasizing that her students are her motivation.

Experiences in Vietnam

Upon arriving in Vietnam, Mola focused on cherishing every moment, viewing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She expressed her desire to make her country proud and reflected on the beautiful memories created with fellow contestants. Mola praised the warmth of the Vietnamese people, stating they made her feel at home, and she expressed her fondness for Vietnamese cuisine, particularly pho.

Cultural Appreciation

Wearing the traditional Vietnamese áo dài during the competition made Mola feel beautiful and connected to the culture. She took numerous photos to commemorate her experience and plans to bring an áo dài back for her students to try on. Mola, 24, stands 1.75 meters tall and was born in the United States to Dominican parents. A graduate in Business Administration, she is also a model, teacher, and journalist, dedicated to her project that provides English learning opportunities to children in underserved communities.