Nansen Award

The Nansen Award is a prestigious recognition given by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to individuals or organizations that have made extraordinary efforts to protect and assist refugees, internally displaced persons, or stateless people. Named after Fridtjof Nansen, a Norwegian explorer and humanitarian, the award honors outstanding leadership and dedication in addressing complex displacement crises. It highlights those who demonstrate innovation, courage, and compassion in their work, inspiring continued global efforts to uphold the rights and dignity of displaced populations.