Greek NGO Metadrasi wins world’s largest humanitarian prize

Metadrasi, a Greek NGO which helps facilitate the reception and integration of refugees and migrants in the country, has been awarded the prestigious $2 million Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize.
"Metadrasi is a remarkable example of a nimble organization that leads the charge in areas where essential services are lacking," said Conrad N. Hilton Foundation President and CEO, Peter Laugharn.
"Their belief that migrants and refugees are a valuable part of our shared future and our shared humanity, embodies the spirit of the prize and the work of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation," he said.
Metadrasi, which is primarily focused on providing interpretation services and protecting unaccompanied children, was founded in 2010 by Lora Pappa, now president and CEO. The nonprofit has since carried out more than 1.4 million interpreting sessions and supported more than 12,000...