Celestial Universe
Discover the Celestial Journey
The Celestial Universe is an international, advocacy-centred empowerment and cultural exchange programme that supports women’s leadership, representation, and social participation across borders.
The programme brings together women from diverse backgrounds to engage in advocacy development, intercultural dialogue, and public-facing initiatives that promote dignity, well-being, and inclusion.
Through its Miss and Mrs Celestial Universe participation tracks, the programme supports women at different life stages in developing confidence, leadership capacity, and advocacy initiatives. These tracks are designed to be inclusive, respectful, and aligned with education, mental well-being, and community impact.
The Celestial Universe recognises and values the strength, resilience, and individuality of women, encouraging them to contribute meaningfully to their communities and to broader social dialogue.
Founded with a clear social purpose, Celestial Universe is committed to advancing mental health awareness, access to education, and purpose-driven community initiatives. Programme participation emphasises responsibility, service, and leadership rather than competition or prestige.
The Celestial Universe is organised under MaxaM Foundation, a registered non-profit organisation in the Netherlands established in 2017.
As an advocacy-centred programme, participation fees and private contributions support programme delivery and organisational sustainability. Any net surplus generated through non-subsidised activities is reinvested into MaxaM Foundation’s educational missions and community projects.
Public or institutional funding, where applicable, is allocated exclusively to non-commercial programme components, including education, cultural exchange, accessibility, and participant support.
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Celestial Universe is not structured as a profit-driven initiative. Its focus lies in public benefit, advocacy, and social impact. Programme outcomes are measured through educational support, awareness-raising, and positive contributions to communities.
Celestial Universe invites participants, partners, and collaborators to contribute to an international programme that values leadership, advocacy, and cultural understanding. Through shared responsibility and collective effort, the programme seeks to elevate voices and create meaningful, lasting impact.
Meet Our Executive Team
Lynette M. Thompson
President
Lynette M. Thompson provides strategic leadership to the programme, with a focus on supporting women at different life stages, including single women, married women, and mothers, in their participation and advocacy development within the Celestial Universe.
Lina Gabbaoan
Founder/Chairperson
Lina Gabbaoan is the founder and chairperson of Celestial Universe. She leads the programme’s vision and advocacy framework, with a strong focus on women’s empowerment, education, mental wellbeing, and inclusive leadership, informed by both professional expertise and lived experience.
Patrick Abels
CEO
Patrick Abels oversees organisational operations and partnerships, supporting collaboration between advocates, institutional partners, and supporters to strengthen the programme’s reach and the broader social impact of MaxaM Foundation.
Meet Our Supporting Team
Admin Team
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The administrative team manages programme operations, including participant onboarding, documentation, compliance processes, and internal coordination, ensuring smooth and accountable programme delivery.
Chief Coordinator Officer
Donald Macayanan
Donald Macayanan coordinates programme participation and representation pathways, including engagement with national coordinators and institutional partners, ensuring alignment with Celestial Universe’s advocacy values and programme standards.
Media & Feature Team
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The Media & Feature Team manages communication and storytelling related to programme activities and advocacy initiatives. This includes content creation for MaxaM Magazine and other channels that highlight participant journeys, cultural exchange, and social impact.