In 2023, WeAreTheCity and Visa proudly published the Visa Everywhere Pioneer 20 list which celebrated incredible refugee women across Europe.
Each of the incredible women featured on this list are dispelling stigmas and stereotypes. They are also campaigning, changing lives, and challenging narratives to empower both women and girls. We would like to congratulate all of those on the list for being such role models in their respective communities.
Launched on World Refugee Day, WeAreTheCity and Visa called for nominations to shine a spotlight on the tireless efforts of 20 incredible refugee women who were giving back and supporting their communities across Europe. We received the most incredible stories of resilience, tenacity and strength. We would like to thank everyone who nominated and who was nominated for sharing your stories with our judges.
The pioneers were celebrated online and in person in London and Warsaw Visa offices on 19th September 2023.