Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus presented Uzbekistan’s First Lady Ziroat Mirziyoyeva with an international award recognising her contribution to global health.
The award recognises her leadership in developing healthcare for children with cancer and promoting the right of every child to a healthy life at the global level.
The ceremony took place during the international summit “Investing in Children’s Well-being: A Path Towards Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations” and the Second International Congress on Paediatric Oncology and Haematology.
“Madam First Lady, you are a true champion of children’s rights around the world, especially those fighting cancer, and a defender of every child’s right to education and a healthy life,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.
The award was established in 2019 and recognises outstanding leadership and significant achievements in public health that have delivered tangible results.
Previous recipients have included heads of state and international organisations, Nobel Prize laureates, prominent scientists and public figures. They were recognised for contributions to global vaccination, the fight against infectious diseases, expanded access to healthcare and stronger international cooperation in public health.
