María Corina Machado received the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize on September 30, 2024.
On September 30, 2024, María Corina Machado was awarded the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. This accolade recognized her courageous and peaceful struggle for democracy and human rights in Venezuela. Machado’s persistent advocacy amidst significant political and social challenges underscored the award's significance and highlighted her role as a global human rights defender.