NEWS

• The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often called the Asian Nobel Prize, recognises outstanding leadership, selfless service, and transformative work in Asia.
• The 67th edition of the awards will be presented on 7th November 2025 in Manila.

HIGHLIGHTS

India Makes History:

• Educate Girls, an Indian non-profit, has become the first Indian organisation to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award.
• Founded by Safeena Husain, the organisation works to educate out-of-school girls in remote villages, addressing educational and social inequalities.

Significance of the Award:

• The award acknowledges greatness of spirit and selfless service to society.
• Educate Girls was recognised for challenging cultural stereotyping and empowering girls through education.
• The organisation aims to liberate girls from illiteracy, equipping them with skills, confidence, and agency to reach their full potential.

Other Awardees:

• Shaahina Ali from Maldives and Flaviano Antonio L Villanueva from the Philippines also received the award.
• Each awardee will receive:
  • A medallion bearing the likeness of President Ramon Magsaysay
  • A certificate with their citation
  • A cash prize