Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark announced as Patron of UNFPA

NEW YORK, 31 May 2024 - The Royal House of Denmark has announced that Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark will engage as Patron of UNFPA, The United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency. In her previous capacity as Crown Princess, she was Patron of UNFPA from 2010 until 2024.

“Throughout the centuries, The Royal House of Denmark’s patronages have supported the important work of non-profit organisations in Denmark, the Realm and beyond. It is a tradition we are very proud to continue, and one which we, as a family, hope to further strengthen and develop.
 
“Through our royal patronages, we wish to support efforts which promote Danish culture, science and enterprise, protect our nature, and give a voice for the marginalized and vulnerable in our society. This longstanding tradition serves to bring us together in small and large communities”, said The King and The Queen.

Giving a voice to the marginalized and vulnerable is in full alignment with Her Majesty The Queen’s role as Patron of UNFPA. 

“As Patron, Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark will shine a powerful light on the lifesaving work of UNFPA around the world and the needs of the women and girls we serve,” said Dr. Natalia Kanem, UNFPA Executive Director. “Her deep personal commitment to making childbirth safer, upholding reproductive rights and choices, and ensuring that no one is left behind will bring tremendous benefit to women and girls the world over. We are very grateful for her continued support.”

Her Majesty the Queen has previously visited a number of UNFPA programmes in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific. In her 14 years with UNFPA, she has shared her deep knowledge and passion for its mandate at countless events from the UN General Assembly to Danish primary schools.