Award For International Activists

Gleitsman Foundation Award to Honour International Activists
Deadline for Nominations: 15 November 2002

The foundation's International Activist Award is designed to honour
individuals in the international community who have inspired change and
motivated others in the realm of social activism. The honourees will share
US$100,000 and will each receive a specially commissioned sculpture designed
by Maya Lin, creator of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.

For 2003, the International Activist Award will focus on the eradication of
poverty. Citizens from all countries (excluding the U.S.) are eligible to
apply. Although the award is designed to recognise and honour widely varying
forms of positive social activism, the winners must demonstrate exceptional
perseverance, selflessness, and leadership in striving to combat social
injustice in their communities, nations, or the world. No preference will be
given to those individuals who have gained the attention of the
international media; the award is made solely on the level of conviction,
tenacity, and impact demonstrated by the nominee.

For more information on guidelines and nomination procedures:
Web: http://www.gleitsman.org