Ambassador Ali Khalil Nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize
A nomination by the International Humanitarian and Peace Forum, recognising a 35-year humanitarian journey.
Ambassador Ali Khalil, Secretary-General of the World Organization for Human Rights (WSA), was nominated for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize by the International Humanitarian and Peace Forum, in recognition of his 35-year humanitarian journey marked by dedication to peace, human rights, tolerance and interfaith dialogue, and by his firm stance against extremism, racism and all forms of discrimination.
Humanitarian contributions
Throughout his decades of service, Ambassador Khalil has helped establish shelters for homeless children, giving them access to education and literacy programmes across Africa, Pakistan and Kashmir. He has personally overseen the distribution of food aid to needy families, orphans and impoverished communities, and his humanitarian efforts have extended to Gaza, Yemen, Syria and Sudan.
In Lebanon, he has supported fellow citizens as well as displaced Syrian and Palestinian families, offering medical aid to sick children and vulnerable people.
Advocacy for peace and human rights
Ambassador Khalil has played a role in efforts to secure the release of Lebanese hostages, the Maaloula nuns and other captives held by terrorist groups, demonstrating his commitment to justice and humanitarian relief.
