Queen Silvia of Sweden participated in the “World's Children's Prize 2023” award ceremony held at Gripsholm Castle in Mariefred on October 4, 2023. Each year, the Child Jury of the World’s Children’s Prize selects three Child Rights Heroes from a pool of nominated candidates. These heroes can be individuals or organizations that have consistently and admirably worked for the well-being of children, even in challenging circumstances, over an extended period.
In the year 2023, the World's Children's Prize recognized and honored Mohammed Rezwan from Bangladesh, Cindy Blackstock from Canada, and Thích Nu Minh Tu from Vietnam.
The World's Children's Prize (WCP) program has received support from notable figures, including Queen Silvia, Malala Yousafzai, the late Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Graça Machel, Xanana Gusmão, as well as former Swedish Prime Ministers and Ministers responsible for children.
