Bonn supports the new Democracy Prize with 50,000 euros!

Bonn supports the new Democracy Prize with 50,000 euros!

Bonn, Deutschland - On October 17, 2024, the mayor of Bonn, Katja Dörner, and the CEO of the International Democracy Prize Bonn, Professor Dorothee Dzwonnek, signed an important cooperation agreement. This aims to promote the "International Prize for Democracy and the Rule of Law Bonn" annually with 50,000 euros. Other board members were also present during the signing, which underlined the value of this engagement.

"The prize should honor volunteers and organizations that are sustainable for defending democracy and the rule of law," explained Dörner. She emphasized the current challenges for democracy worldwide and the need to work for the principles of human rights. That was a clear message directed to the international community that the solidarity with those who fight for freedom is indispensable.

a new price for democracy and the rule of law

The "International Prize for Democracy and the Rule of Law Bonn" is the result of a merger of two already established awards - the Prize for the Basis of the Development and the International Democracy Prize. This enables more comprehensive recognition and visibility for personalities or organizations that provide special achievements in defense of democracy or the rule of law. The price is endowed with 10,000 euros and should be awarded annually.

The realignment of the price is not only a symbolic measure, but also significant financial support for the award ceremony and the associated activities. The state of North Rhine-Westphalia has also assured the association up to 50,000 euros annually, which increases the planning security and continuation of this important award.

Bonn - a center of democracy

Bonn, as a cradle of the Basic Law and the first successful democracy in Germany, plays a central role in the German tradition of democracy. The city itself actively promotes democracy initiatives and strives to strengthen awareness of democratic values and its importance in society. The signed cooperation agreement is a further step in this direction and is supported by various institutions and associations that deal with the mediation of democracy.

The cooperation between the city and the International Democracy Prize Bonn underlines the commitment to a lively and functioning democracy, the values of which must be emphasized again and again. At a time when fundamental rights are under pressure in many countries, such an award is of particular importance to raise awareness of the need for democracy and the rule of law.

For more information about the activities of the association and the new developments regarding the award line -up process, interested parties can visit the website of the city of Bonn and familiarize themselves with the details on this topic.