World Humanitarian Forum honours Turkey’s First Lady Emine Erdogan with 'Changemaker' award for humanitarian efforts
The form this year is hosting "dignitaries and game changers in the development sector," the website said. "I am very pleased to have the First Lady of Turkey and Cherie Blair join us at the Forum. First Lady of Turkey Emine Erdogan has played a key role in helping women and refugees, especially offering shelter to over 3.
The award recognises inspiring personalities from around the world. It is viewed as recognition of the work of charities and development agencies like the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency , the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority and the Turkish Red Crescent. Representatives of those agencies will also attend the forum.
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