Overview
- The award was presented at the Allianz Forum in Berlin during a brief visit to Germany by the Heidelberg-born queen.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz delivered the laudatory address and personally handed over the prize, praising her natural elegance and warmth.
- In her acceptance, Queen Silvia said she accepted the recognition on behalf of those who protect children and support families every day.
- She appealed for shared responsibility on human rights and named Germany a strong partner on sensitive issues such as child abuse.
- Her legacy includes founding the World Childhood Foundation, Mentor International, and, with King Carl XVI Gustaf, the Global Child Forum.