Honored by Iceland’s LGBTQ association for her contribution to LGBTQ rights.
Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir received the Samtökin ’78 Medal of Honor on June 27, 2024. This award by Iceland's national LGBTQ+ association recognized her significant contributions to promoting equality and human rights, reflecting her profound impact on society both domestically and internationally. The award was presented on the anniversary of critical milestones in LGBTQ+ legislation, underscoring how her political actions have contributed to lasting societal changes and have inspired equal rights campaigns globally. Her work continues to set benchmarks in the pursuit of equality and justice.