This award is given to individuals and organizations who have made a significant contribution to strengthening interreligious peace, mutual respect, social justice and human development.
The historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia, as well as the Afghan human rights activist, defender of girls' education, Zarqa Yaftali, were recognized as laureates.
The head of the Presidential Administration, Saida Mirziyoyeva, who participated in the work of the jury of the international prize, congratulated the laureates.
"The peace Agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia is an important example that even protracted and complex conflicts can be resolved," Saida Mirziyoyeva said.
She also highlighted the contribution of Zarqa Yaftali, who devoted her life to protecting the rights of women and children to education. Zarqa Yaftali was awarded the award for providing educational resources, psychosocial assistance and community-based services to more than 100,000 people in Afghanistan and beyond. She has played a key role in the creation of more than 100 schools, creating opportunities for thousands of girls in conflict-affected regions.
"Her many years of advocacy for girls' right to education demonstrate how consistent and persistent efforts can make a difference in the lives of individuals and entire communities. I consider both peace and girls' access to education to be the most important values on which the sustainability and development of society directly depend," said the head of the Presidential Administration.
The award ceremony for the 2026 laureates will take place on February 4 in Abu Dhabi, the International Day of Human Brotherhood, recognized by the United Nations.
