Brazilian Nun Wins UN Nansen Prize for Decades of Service to Refugees
Sister Rosita Milesi, a 79-year-old Brazilian nun, received the Nansen Prize from the UN High Commission for Refugees for her four-decade-long dedication to supporting refugees and migrants in Brazil. Her impactful work includes legal contributions and the establishment of significant rights and protections for displaced people.
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Sister Rosita Milesi, a Brazilian nun known for her extensive work with refugees, has been honored with the Nansen Prize by the UN High Commission for Refugees. The award is a recognition of her 40-year commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of displaced individuals in Brazil.
Milesi, a lawyer, social worker, and activist, has been instrumental in shaping Brazil's legislative framework to protect migrants. Her leadership at the Migration and Human Rights Institute in Brasilia has enabled thousands to access essential services.
The Nansen Refugee Award highlights her significant contributions, joining notable past recipients such as Eleanor Roosevelt and Angela Merkel, underlining her legacy and the transformative impact of her dedicated service.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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