The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often referred to as the “Nobel Prize of Asia,” is recognized globally for its prestigious recognition of individuals and organizations that have made significant differences in their communities and beyond.

• The 65th Ramon Magsaysay Awards in 2023 celebrated and honored four exceptional individuals from Asia for their outstanding contributions in the fields of education, agriculture, peacebuilding, and healthcare.
• They are Korvi Rakshand from Bangladesh, Eugenio Lemos from Timor-Leste, Miriam Coronel-Ferrer from the Philippines, and Dr Ravi Kannan R. from India. 

About Ramon Magsaysay Award

The award was established in 1957 in the memory of Philippines' 3rd President Ramon Magsaysay who had died in an air disaster in March 1957. It is awarded annually to individuals or organizations from Asia region for their altruistic and philanthropic service. The award carries a certificate, a medallion bearing the likeness of the late President, and a cash prize of USD 50,000.