PES President Poul Nyrup Rasmussen stated that; “the lives of these brave men and women are truly inspiring and deserve every bit of recognition they can get. They asked for dignity, for justice and solidarity, and they raised their voice for all the world to hear. Their achievements have resonated far beyond the Arab Spring and have forced the European Union to critically examine its relations with the region.”
The prize, which since its creation in 1988 has gone to historical figures as renowned as Nelson Mandela and Aung San Suu Kyi, aspires to honour exceptional individuals who have dedicated their lives to defend human rights and freedom of expression.
