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Former Federal Chancellor of Germany, Dr. Angela Merkel, the 2022 Nansen Refugee Award Global Laureate, and UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi, pose for a photograph with this year's Nansen Refugee Award Regional Winners.

Each year, the UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award recognizes several individuals, groups or organizations that have shown exceptional dedication in protecting and assisting refugees, internally displaced or stateless people.

The nomination period for the 2023 awards is now open and has been extended by one week - it will run until midnight CET on 24 March 2023.

If you know of an inspiring candidate, please submit your nomination now. You can use this guide to prepare your answers in advance before submitting the online form.

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The 2023 global laureate will receive a commemorative medal and a monetary prize of US$100,000 to be reinvested in the humanitarian initiatives for which they are being recognized. Several regional winners will receive a smaller monetary prize to further their humanitarian work.

Last year's global laureate of the Nansen Refugee Award was Angela Merkel, the former Federal Chancellor of Germany. The Selection Committee cited her leadership, courage and compassion in ensuring the protection of hundreds of thousands of desperate people, as well as her efforts to find viable long-term solutions for those seeking safety.

In addition, four regional winners were honoured for their tireless work to protect refugees and help them integrate into society.