Miss World Humanitarian Award

Miss World Humanitarian Award
The Lions Humanitarian Award is the highest honor of the association given to an individual or an organization with exemplary humanitarian efforts. This award includes a grant from LCIF of up to US$250,000 for continuing humanitarian activities. Lions clubs members may nominate deserving philanthropists, and the international president of Lions Clubs International and the LCIF chairperson select the winner. Prior recipients are listed below, in order of fiscal year.

Miss World Humanitarian Award Laureates (2030 ~ 2021)

Soni Sood
Miss World Humanitarian Award 2025
Sonu Sood transitioned from a celebrated film actor to a nationwide "Messiah of Migrants" for his exemplary humanitarian efforts, primarily starting during the COVID-19 pandemic. His most impactful work involved arranging buses, trains, and chartered flights to safely transport thousands of stranded migrant workers back to their hometowns across India.Through the Sood Charity Foundation, his work extends far beyond immediate crisis relief. Key initiatives focus on empowering the underprivileged by providing:Education: Offering scholarships (like the Prof. Saroj Sood Scholarship) and coaching for competitive exams (Sambhavam).Healthcare: Sponsoring surgeries, providing medical aid, and supplying critical resources like oxygen during the pandemic.Employment: Launching platforms like Pravasi Rojgar to help job seekers find work.Sood’s philosophy centers on the transformative power of compassion and service. He views his role not as charity, but as a moral responsibility to his countrymen, striving to bring "hope, support, and dignity" to those in need. His hands-on, grassroots approach and tireless dedication have earned him global recognition, including the SDG Special Humanitarian Action Award from the UNDP and the Miss World Humanitarian Award.

Nita Ambani
Miss World Humanitarian Award 2024
The philanthropist Nita Mukesh Ambani has cemented her role as a leading figure in India's social sector, operating with a philosophy centered on inclusive growth and the transformative power of opportunity. As the Founder and Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, her work touches millions of lives across diverse fields.Her key humanitarian work includes:Healthcare: Leading the Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, which provides accessible, world-class medical care, including extensive free services and significant mobilization of emergency support during the COVID-19 crisis.Education: Founding the Dhirubhai Ambani International School and spearheading initiatives that have supported thousands of underprivileged students through scholarships and educational programs.Women's Empowerment: Launching "Her Circle," a massive digital platform to foster collaboration and resources for women, alongside numerous programs focused on skill development and livelihood creation in rural communities.Arts and Culture: Establishing the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) to preserve and promote Indian art globally, emphasizing the power of culture as a catalyst for societal upliftment.Ambani believes that "leadership is not about influence, but impact; not just about success, but service." This dedication to holistic, scalable development—from sports and education to rural livelihood and health—earned her the "Beauty With a Purpose Humanitarian Award" at the 71st Miss World Finals.

Julia Morley
Miss World Humanitarian Award 2023
Julia Morley CBE, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organization, is the architect of the "Beauty With a Purpose" (BWAP) philosophy, which has defined the pageant's humanitarian mission since 1972. Her thoughts are rooted in the conviction that true beauty lies in service and impact. She rejects the idea of a beauty pageant merely showcasing looks, insisting that young women use their platform and talents to create "a real and lasting legacy."Morley’s inspiration came from a profound encounter in Singapore in 1971, where she observed an elderly woman tirelessly caring for homeless children. The woman's philosophy—"Isn't it better to light one candle in the darkness than not to see at all?"—became the guiding principle for BWAP.Under her leadership, BWAP has raised over $1.3 billion for humanitarian projects in more than 142 countries, focusing on health, education, and social inclusion for sick and disadvantaged children. This tireless dedication earned her the Variety Humanitarian Award (2016) and the high honor of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2022 for her services to disadvantaged people globally. Her work is a testament to her belief that beauty must be a force for good.
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