Julia Marton-Lefèvre wins France’s most prestigious civil award

LEAD is delighted to announce that Julia Marton-Lefèvre, a member of our Board of Directors and former Executive Director has been conferred as a Chevalier de Légion d'Honneur (Knight of the Legion of Honour) by the French Ministry of Environment in recognition of her career and outstanding work on sustainable development.

The Légion d'Honneur is highest civil award given by the French Republic, and is given to people of all backgrounds and nationalities for exceptional service and significant achievements during careers lasting 20 years or more.

Many congratulations to Julia for this well deserved honour.  She continues to be a true inspiration to us all.

Release date: Tuesday, March 4, 2008