Global Pluralism Award Ceremony 2017
“The extraordinary people we honour this evening have all demonstrated
the same inspiring quality – the ability to respond creatively to the challenges of diversity.
At the same time, however, what is also most impressive is
the sheer diversity of their own particular stories.”
– His Highness the Aga Khan at the 2017 Global Pluralism Award ceremony
The inaugural Global Pluralism Award ceremony took place in Ottawa, Canada on November 15, 2017 with remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan, the Rt. Hon. Beverley McLachlin, Chief Justice of Canada and the Rt. Hon. Joe Clark, former Prime Minister of Canada and Chair of the Award Jury. The Board of Directors of the Centre, national and international media, as well as distinguished guests were present.
The Global Pluralism Award recognizes pluralism in action. It celebrates the extraordinary achievements of organizations, individuals and governments who are tackling the challenge of living peacefully and productively with diversity.
The ceremony celebrated 3 winners and 7 honourable mentions. Read more
Read and watch the remarks:
- Read remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan’s here
- Read remarks by the Right Honourable Beverley McLachlin’s here
- Watch the video about Leyner Palacios’ work and his acceptance speech
- Watch the video about Alice Nderitu’s work and his acceptance speech
- Watch the video about Daniel Webb’s work and his acceptance speech
Speakers
John McNee
Secretary General, Global Centre for Pluralism
His Highness the Aga Khan
Chair of the Board of the Global Centre for Pluralism
The Rt. Hon. Beverley McLachlin
Chief Justice of Canada
The Rt. Hon. Joe Clark
Chair of the Global Pluralism Award Jury
Leyner Palacios Asprilla
Victims’ Rights Advocate, Colombia, Global Pluralism Award Winner 2017
Alice Wairimu Nderitu
Conflict Mediator, Kenya, Global Pluralism Award Winner 2017
Daniel Webb
Human Rights Lawyer, Australia, Global Pluralism Award Winner 2017
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