OSLO, Norway – The Nobel Committee has awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado for her unwavering dedication to democracy and freedom in the face of authoritarianism. The announcement was made today, recognizing her courageous efforts to uphold human rights and inspire millions.
The Nobel Prize’s official Twitter account, @NobelPrize, highlighted Machado’s resilience and sacrifice: “In the past year, #NobelPeacePrize laureate Maria Corina Machado has been forced to live in hiding. Despite serious threats against her life she has remained in the country, a choice that has inspired millions of people.”
The committee emphasized the critical importance of supporting those who resist oppression. “When authoritarians seize power, it is crucial to recognise courageous defenders of freedom who rise and resist,” the committee stated. “Democracy depends on people who refuse to stay silent, who dare to step forward despite grave risk, and who remind us that freedom must never be taken for granted, but must always be defended – with words, with courage and with determination.”
Machado’s relentless spirit in the face of adversity serves as a powerful symbol of hope and a reminder of the enduring strength of the human will in the pursuit of liberty. Her work has brought international attention to the erosion of democratic values and has mobilized a generation of activists.
The Nobel Committee’s decision underscores the global significance of her struggle and sends a clear message that the world is watching and stands in solidarity with those who fight for a more just and equitable future. The award will be formally presented to Maria Corina Machado at a ceremony in Oslo later this year.