The first-ever awards ceremony of the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women was held on 25 November 2013
Juju Chang moderates the first-ever awards ceremony of the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, which was organized with UN Secretary General's UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign. The ceremony put a spotlight on ground-breaking initiatives that address the crucial needs of survivors of gender-based violence around the world and recognized individuals who have dedicated their lives to the cause.
Three individuals were honoured: UN Women Goodwill Ambassador Nicole Kidman, for her extensive global efforts to end violence against women; CEO of the Joyful Heart Foundation actress Mariska Hargitay, for her exemplary contribution to national efforts, and Co-Executive Director of CONNECT, Quentin Walcott, for his ground-breaking efforts at a local level.
Sukey Novogratz, Board Member of the Joyful Heart Foundation, accepted the award on Ms. Hargitay’s behalf, while Ms. Kidman addressed the participants via video message.
Photo: UN Women/Sebastian Montalvo
The first-ever awards ceremony of the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women was held on 25 November 2013
Juju Chang moderates the first-ever awards ceremony of the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, which was organized with UN Secretary General's UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign. The ceremony put a spotlight on ground-breaking initiatives that address the crucial needs of survivors of gender-based violence around the world and recognized individuals who have dedicated their lives to the cause.
Three individuals were honoured: UN Women Goodwill Ambassador Nicole Kidman, for her extensive global efforts to end violence against women; CEO of the Joyful Heart Foundation actress Mariska Hargitay, for her exemplary contribution to national efforts, and Co-Executive Director of CONNECT, Quentin Walcott, for his ground-breaking efforts at a local level.
Sukey Novogratz, Board Member of the Joyful Heart Foundation, accepted the award on Ms. Hargitay’s behalf, while Ms. Kidman addressed the participants via video message.
Photo: UN Women/Sebastian Montalvo