Location Washington, D.C. | Country United States | |
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Presented by United States Department of State First awarded Annually starting in 2007; 10 years ago (2007) | ||
The International Women of Courage Award is an American award presented annually by the United States Department of State to women around the world who have shown leadership, courage, resourcefulness, and willingness to sacrifice for others, especially in promoting women's rights.
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History
The award was established in 2007 by U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on International Women's Day, an annual celebration observed each March 8 in many countries worldwide. Each U.S. embassy has the right to recommend one woman as a candidate.
Award recipients by year
References
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