Honors and Awards
In 2001, following the death of her aunt, Jansson went to the UK to help Sort Of Books promote the re-release of a Moomin picture book.
In June 2004, Jansson was invited by the Consulate General of Finland to the 31st "Dreams & Visions" Annual Children's Literature Conference in California. The Consulate sponsored her trip. Here, Jansson represented Finnish children's literature during an engaging lecture and presentation.
In August 2004, Jansson launched the silver Tove Jansson and Children's Culture collector's coin, receiving the first pressing from Raimo Makkonen, CEO of the Mint of Finland Group. She served as a judge in the selection of the coin's images, as well as the series of medals that were also issued.
In 2006 Jansson was invited as a notable speaker for one of the Monthly Luncheons hosted by IWC Helsinki.
In February 2007 Jansson was invited to speak at the Scandinavia House in New York City.
In September 2008 Jansson participated as a member of the Committee of Honor in the renowned IBBY World Congress.
Jansson participated in the Helsinki Design Week 2008.
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