The Ramon Magsaysay Award 2024, often dubbed Asia’s Nobel Prize, honors individuals and organizations who have made remarkable contributions to their communities. This year, five outstanding recipients have been recognized for their exceptional efforts in various fields.
Here’s a closer look at the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2024 Awardee:
1. Hayao Miyazaki
- Birthdate: January 5, 1941
- Nationality: Japanese
- Notable Achievement: Co-founder of Studio Ghibli
- Famous Works: “Spirited Away,” “The Boy and the Heron”
- Contribution: Known for his ability to address complex issues through art, Miyazaki’s films entertain and educate audiences of all ages. His work has received international acclaim, including an Academy Award for “Spirited Away.”
2. Karma Phuntsho
- Birthdate: November 8, 1974
- Nationality: Bhutanese
- Notable Achievement: Founder of the Bhutan Nuns Foundation
- Contribution: Phuntsho established an educational charity that focuses on improving the lives of nuns in Bhutan. His work promotes gender equality and education, significantly impacting rural communities in Bhutan.
3. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Phuong
- Birthdate: April 27, 1947
- Nationality: Vietnamese
- Notable Achievement: Physician and activist
- Contribution: Phuong has dedicated her career to addressing the health impacts of Agent Orange, a toxic chemical used during the Vietnam War. Her efforts have improved the lives of many affected by this environmental catastrophe.
4. Rural Doctors Movement of Thailand
- Established: 1970s
- Notable Achievement: A movement focused on providing medical care to underserved rural areas
- Contribution: This movement has significantly improved healthcare access in Thailand’s rural regions by training and deploying doctors to work in areas with limited medical facilities.
5. Farwiza Farhan
- Birthdate: April 4, 1983
- Nationality: Indonesian
- Notable Achievement: Founder of the Leuser Ecosystem Foundation
- Contribution: Farhan’s foundation is dedicated to protecting the Leuser Ecosystem in Sumatra, a critical area for biodiversity conservation. Her work highlights the crucial link between environmental preservation and human well-being.
The Ramon Magsaysay Award 2024 recognizes these individuals and organizations for their commitment to making the world a better place. Their dedication serves as an inspiration to others, embodying the ideals of public service and pragmatic idealism that Ramon Magsaysay championed. The official ceremony for the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2024 is scheduled to take place on November 16 in Manila, where each awardee will receive a medallion, a certificate, and a cash prize.
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