The leader of CHP Ozgur Ozel presented the Award to Isabel Allende that came especially from Chile for the occasion. Youngest daughter of former President of Chile Salvador Allende , who died tragically during the coup led by general Augusto Pinochet in 1973 , Isabel Allende devoted her life to democratic ideals and social justice. She was the first woman to be elected as President of the Chilean Chamber of Deputies and she was also leader of the Socialist Party of Chile . During her political career she promoted legislation that supported womens’ rights and inspired many women to run for decision making positions. She also worked for bills on gender identity , biodiversity and environmental protection. Actively present in the work of the Socialist International she has been elected Honorary President of the organization .
