The ceremony
THE UNHCR NANSEN REFUGEE AWARD
The ceremony
The 2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award ceremony took place in Geneva on 13 December, on the opening night of the Global Refugee Forum (GRF).
2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award
The event brought together State delegations, private-sector leaders, UN and international organization representatives, non-governmental organizations and refugee-led organizations to celebrate the exceptional work of the Global Laureate and the four Regional Winners.
The programme showcased the winners’ work and featured live artistic performances.
Watch the ceremony's recording on this page or on UNHCR's YouTube channel.
Watch the ceremony's recording
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Since 1954, more than 60 individuals, groups or organizations have received the Award for their extraordinary service to refugees, displaced and stateless people.