Ramon Magsaysay Award was created in 1957 in memory of Ramon Magsaysay, the then President of Philippines who was well known for humanity and justice particularly for the poor sections in the Country. This award is presented irrespective of religion, gender, race etc., It is considered as the "Nobel Prize Award of Asia".
What the award is intended for?
Ramon Magsaysay award is presented for the selfless services provided by the individuals or organizations to the social welfare. It is given in six exclusive categories.
1. Government Service
2. Public Service
3. Community Leadership
4. Literature and Creative Communication Arts
5. Peace and International Understanding
The sixth category is added in 2000, "Emergent Leadership", which is given for the youth i.e., less then forty years of age who contribute their efforts and talents to selfless and innovative service for Asia Development.
Who will handle this foundation?
Since its foundation, this award is run annually by the Rockefeller Brothers Fund (RBF) in collaboration with Philippine Government. Now it is handled by Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF). There will be four Filipinos for handling this organizational functions for four years and a Chairman who heads the foundation.
When will be the award presentation held?
Presentation Ceremonies are held annually on August 31st on the Birth Anniversary of the President Ramon Magsaysay.
Who are the 2012 nominees to this award?
1.Chen Shu-Ziu of Taiwan
2. Romulo Davide of Philippines
3. Kulandei Francis of India
4.Syeda Rizwan Hasan of Bangladesh
5. Ambrosius Ruwindrijato of Indonesia
6. Yang Saing Koma of Cambodia
What the award is intended for?
Ramon Magsaysay award is presented for the selfless services provided by the individuals or organizations to the social welfare. It is given in six exclusive categories.
1. Government Service
2. Public Service
3. Community Leadership
4. Literature and Creative Communication Arts
5. Peace and International Understanding
The sixth category is added in 2000, "Emergent Leadership", which is given for the youth i.e., less then forty years of age who contribute their efforts and talents to selfless and innovative service for Asia Development.
Who will handle this foundation?
Since its foundation, this award is run annually by the Rockefeller Brothers Fund (RBF) in collaboration with Philippine Government. Now it is handled by Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF). There will be four Filipinos for handling this organizational functions for four years and a Chairman who heads the foundation.
When will be the award presentation held?
Presentation Ceremonies are held annually on August 31st on the Birth Anniversary of the President Ramon Magsaysay.
Who are the 2012 nominees to this award?
1.Chen Shu-Ziu of Taiwan
2. Romulo Davide of Philippines
3. Kulandei Francis of India
4.Syeda Rizwan Hasan of Bangladesh
5. Ambrosius Ruwindrijato of Indonesia
6. Yang Saing Koma of Cambodia
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