The Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize recognises the inspirational and lifelong contributions of an individual advocating for Palestinian freedom, justice and self-determination.
By sharing the amazing efforts and tireless dedication of our recipients, we inspire the broader movement in their noble actions and ambitions for a free Palestine.
The Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize is an initiative of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network (APAN).
Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah’s acceptance speech
Opening speeches
2026 Highlights
Closing speech
Previous Recipients
2026
Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah
Palestinian-Australian academic, lawyer and award-winning author.
2025
Wendy Turner
Unionist, committed social justice and human rights advocate.
2024
Dr. Helen McCue
APHEDA co-founder, nurse, refugee & women’s rights advocate.
2023
Melissa Parke
Former UN Human Rights Lawyer and former Minister for International Development and Labor MP for Fremantle.
2021
Dr. Gary Foley
Gumbaynggirr intellectual, activist, academic, writer, storyteller and actor.
2019
Antony Loewenstein
Freelance investigative journalist, author, and film-maker.
2018
Professor Emeritus
Stuart Rees
Academic, human rights advocate, author, and founder of the Sydney Peace Foundation.
FAQs
How is the Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize recipient selected?
The Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize is awarded to an Australian individual.
Our Selection Committee considers the nominations of highly respected members of the Australian community and assesses the merits of the nominees’ efforts to promote peace with justice for the Palestinians.
What kind of event is the Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize?
The Jerusalem (Al Quds) Peace Prize is a formal dinner occasion. The dress code for this event is evening wear/ black tie.
The JPP winner will be awarded their prize by the former recipient and the nomination committee. The winner will deliver a short lecture about their work for peace and justice alongside other speakers from the movement.