Urmila Chaudhary Honored with Global Anti-Racism Championship Award 2024
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| Why in the news? | Urmila Chaudhary, a prominent social campaigner from Nepal, has been honored with the prestigious Global Anti-Racism Championship Award 2024. |
| Awardees | Six social campaigners from various countries, including Urmila Chaudhary. |
| Urmila Chaudhary's Recognition | Honored for fighting systemic racism and supporting marginalized castes and ethnic communities in Nepal. |
| GARC Award Establishment | Founded in 2023 to combat systemic racism and discrimination globally. |
| Award Purpose | Honors those advancing human rights of marginalized racial, ethnic, and Indigenous communities; fights systemic racism, discrimination, and xenophobia. |
| Nomination Process | Nominees selected by U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide. |
| Focus Areas | Recognizes members of Indigenous communities, people of African descent, and those combating discrimination. |