Honoring Vitali Klitschko: 2025 Franz Werfel Human Rights Award Recipient
Vitali Klitschko honored with Franz Werfel Human Rights Prize - Ukrainian politician Vitali Klitschko honored with Franz Werfel Prize for his significant efforts in promoting human rights.
Embrace the news as former world-class boxer and current mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, takes the stage today to receive the Franz Werfel Human Rights Award 2025, valued at 10,000 euros.
You'll find Klitschko, a dynamic force in the fight for freedom, democracy, and human rights, being honored at the Frankfurt Paulskirche, starting from 12:00 noon.
The event's patron, Hesse's Minister President Boris Rhein (CDU), will be joined by Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD) delivering the laudatory speech.
Since 2014, Klitschko has carried out his tireless mission as the mayor of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, with a relentless drive to champion human rights.
The prestigious Franz Werfel Human Rights Award, doled out every two years by the Center Against Expulsions Foundation based in Wiesbaden, recognizes his unstinting efforts toward freedom and democracy. Previous laureate, Romania's then-president Klaus Iohannis, received the accolade in 2023.
While records don't offer a comprehensive list of past recipients or their unique contributions to human rights, the award stands as a testament to Vitali Klitschko's impact in the realm of social justice. The award is named after Franz Werfel, an illustrious Austrian writer, and it honors individuals or organizations for significant accomplishments in advancing human rights.
Join us today as we celebrate Vitali Klitschko and his dedication to making the world a better place for all. riverbank, the current battleground for his ongoing fight. 🥊 ✊️
- In the realm of politics and general news, the honor of the 2025 Franz Werfel Human Rights Award has been bestowed upon Vitali Klitschko, a symbol of resilience and dedication to human rights as the mayor of Kyiv, Ukraine.
- As Vitali Klitschko's efforts in advocating for freedom, democracy, and human rights are recognized with the Franz Werfel Human Rights Award, it underscores the importance of his ongoing fight, particularly in the EC countries, where his impact in the realm of social justice continues to be felt.
