In a ceremony held on December 5, 2023, Ieva Plume, Chairperson of the Latvian Pulmonary Hypertension Association and Board member at the Latvian Alliance of Rare Diseases, was honoured with the Annual Award for Supporting People with Disabilities by the Ombudsman of the Republic of Latvia. This distinguished accolade was presented in the category of “Courage,” recognising Ieva’s unwavering commitment to advocating for the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities.
Through her work for the Latvian Pulmonary Hypertension Association and the Latvian Alliance of Rare Diseases, Ieva Plume has been a pivotal figure in advancing the rights and well-being of individuals facing pulmonary hypertension and rare diseases and disabilities in her country.
The Ombudsman’s official platform now proudly displays Ieva Plume’s name among a long list of esteemed individuals who have received awards for their contributions to society. This recognition serves to elevate the importance of Ieva’s work, shedding light on the critical issues surrounding disabilities and rare diseases.
Check out the video of the ceremony at this link on the website of the Latvian Ombudsman
