Davos 2018: Meet the Crystal Awardees
The World Economic Forum's 48th Annual Meeting in Davos will begin later this month, under the theme of "Creating a Shared Future in a Fractured World.
Artists are unique in the ways that they hold up a mirror to societyso that we can see the fractures more clearly, but equally that we can be reminded of our essential shared values.
The 24th Annual Crystal Awards celebrate the achievements of outstanding artists who have shown exemplary commitment to improving the state of the world. We are delighted this year to honor actors and directors Cate Blanchett and Shah Rukh Khan, and musician Sir Elton John. Each of them in their own way has taken action to uphold human dignity.
The awards ceremony will take place on the evening of Monday, January 22, launching the Annual Meeting. It will serve as a marker of the intention of the Meeting and as a reminder to us all of our responsibility to act with respect, generosity and compassion.
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Shah Rukh Khan, for his leadership in championing children's and women's rights in India
Shah Rukh Khan is one of Bollywood's most prominent actors who has been at the forefront of the Indian film and television industry for over 30 years. He is the founder of the nonprofit Meer Foundation, which provides support to female victims of acid attacks and major burn injuries through medical treatment, legal aid, vocational training, rehabilitation and livelihood support. He has also been responsible for the creation of specialized children's hospital wards and has supported childcare centres with free boarding for children undergoing cancer treatment.
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The awards ceremony will take place on the opening night of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on January 22.
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