In Luxembourg, too, one can say: nobility obliges. Her Royal Highness Maria Teresa of Luxembourg, married to Grand Duke Henri since 27, has been a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for 1981 years and is devotedly involved in development cooperation. For this, the Cuban exile will be honored with the European Culture Prize in her adopted homeland. With her tireless efforts, the Grand Duchess gives hope to children in need and fights for equal rights and education for women worldwide.

Her foundation “Fondation du Grand-Du et de la Grande-Duchesse” helps people in need not only in their own country but around the world. Because Maria Teresa has been committed to protecting children from violence and defending women's rights for decades in many projects, our selection jury considers her a "role model for building a fairer society and for more humanity, tolerance and solidarity." The great commitment of the Grand Duchess is duly highlighted by laudator Claude Frisoni: The French actor has made a great contribution to Luxembourg culture and knows the country and the kindness of its residents inside out.