Pampilhosa da Serra awarded Honorable Mention in «Viver em Igualdade» Prize

Municipality recognized for its good practices in promoting gender equality, citizenship, and non-discrimination.

Generic image of an award ribbon with Portuguese national colors on traditional pavement.
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Generic image of an award ribbon with Portuguese national colors on traditional pavement.

The Municipality of Pampilhosa da Serra has received an Honorable Mention in the 8th edition of the «Viver em Igualdade» Prize, awarded by the Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality (CIG), recognizing its good practices in promoting gender equality and non-discrimination.

The distinction, referring to the 2026-2027 biennium, values the work developed by the municipality, in coordination with local entities and networks, within the framework of the Municipal Plan for Equality and Non-Discrimination. This recognition highlights the good practices and partnership work in integrating the principles of equality and non-discrimination into public policies and in building a more inclusive, just, and egalitarian community.
The award ceremony took place today, October 26th, at Casa da Música in Porto. The municipality was represented by Célia Nunes, Coordinator of the Operational Unit for Social Intervention, Health, Citizenship, and Active Aging, and Tiago Rocha, Municipal Technician and External Advisor for Equality.
The awarding of this Honorable Mention serves as an incentive for the continuation of the work developed by the Municipality in promoting equal opportunities, respecting human rights, and developing a society where all individuals can live with dignity, respect, and equality.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Pampilhosa da Serra (26/10/2026)