“We are thrilled to have this recognition at this critical moment. So much is at stake. Around the world we are faced with the question: ‘How do we navigate the impact of COVID and climate change without turning back the clock on women and girls?’ The Hilton Humanitarian Prize shines a bright light on our movement, rising from Africa. This Prize belongs to our communities, for rallying around the education and leadership of young women who know intimately what poverty and exclusion feel like, and what it takes for girls to succeed. Because when girls succeed, and women lead, we can tackle the world’s most intractable challenges together.” – Angeline Murimirwa, CAMFED Executive Director – Africa