Elie Wiesel

Over 150 Global Humanitarian, Business and Political Leaders Demand Freedom of "Armenian Prisoners"

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

BRUSSELS, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobel Prize laureates, business leaders, former heads of state, and humanitarians are among the more than 100 global figures who have signed a letter calling for the immediate and unconditional release of the "Armenian Prisoners," which includes eight Armenian political prisoners, who are former leaders of Nagorno-Karabakh's government illegally detained following Azerbaijan's invasion and seizure of the region in September. More than a dozen other prisoners of war arrested during the conflict also remain in custody.

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  • The collective plea echoes growing concerns over conditions and treatment of these imprisoned individuals, including prominent Armenian businessman and humanitarian, Ruben Vardanyan.
  • While the December 7th release of 32 Armenian prisoners of war is a welcome first step, all of the others must be released.
  • The failure of Baku to release the remaining eight political prisoners raises deep concerns over the motives by the Aliyev regime of their continued detention.
  • Their unified plea serves as a powerful reminder that global political leaders are closely monitoring developments in Azerbaijan and calling for the release of the detainees.

Over 150 Global Humanitarian, Business and Political Leaders Demand Freedom of "Armenian Prisoners"

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

BRUSSELS, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobel Prize laureates, business leaders, former heads of state, and humanitarians are among the more than 100 global figures who have signed a letter calling for the immediate and unconditional release of the "Armenian Prisoners," which includes eight Armenian political prisoners, who are former leaders of Nagorno-Karabakh's government illegally detained following Azerbaijan's invasion and seizure of the region in September. More than a dozen other prisoners of war arrested during the conflict also remain in custody.

Key Points: 
  • The collective plea echoes growing concerns over conditions and treatment of these imprisoned individuals, including prominent Armenian businessman and humanitarian, Ruben Vardanyan.
  • While the December 7th release of 32 Armenian prisoners of war is a welcome first step, all of the others must be released.
  • The failure of Baku to release the remaining eight political prisoners raises deep concerns over the motives by the Aliyev regime of their continued detention.
  • Their unified plea serves as a powerful reminder that global political leaders are closely monitoring developments in Azerbaijan and calling for the release of the detainees.

The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity Announces 2023 Winners of Prize in Ethics Essay Contest

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, an organization founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion, announced this year's winners of the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest.  The Foundation's yearly scholarship initiative selected five college student winners for their remarkable essays analyzing relevant ethical issues facing our world.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, an organization founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion, announced this year's winners of the Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest.
  • "I'm proud to partner with Marion and Elisha Wiesel and the entire Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity in awarding the Prize in Ethics.
  • Additionally, the Foundation has opened its submissions for the 2024 Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest, accepting applications through December 29, 2023.
  • Interested students may apply at the following link: 2024 Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest

Elie Wiesel Foundation Announces Inaugural Grantees Dedicated to Uyghur Advocacy Efforts and Education

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Monday, July 10, 2023

New York, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity is pleased to announce today the first beneficiaries of its inaugural grant-making cycle. The grant-making initiative, launched in October of 2022, identifies and supports organizations whose efforts are grounded by Elie Wiesel's values and the Foundation's mission, and which align to portfolios reflecting Elie Wiesel's legacy: Educator, Activist, Journalist, Student, and Man of Faith. The grant-making program takes a hybrid approach by not only supporting organizations through fiscal sponsorship but also by acting as an active thought partner to champion and elevate each organization's cause.

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  • "Our inaugural Activist Portfolio grants are laser-focused towards advocates working purposefully and urgently towards restoring the rights and dignity of the Uyghur population", said Elisha Wiesel, Chairman of the Foundation.
  • "That is why it is very logical and appropriate that the first grant of the Elie Wiesel Foundation is dedicated to elevating education and Uyghur advocacy efforts."
  • Gratz College, UNCF, and The Elie Wiesel Foundation are committed to jointly facing the challenges of racism and antisemitism.
  • The Elie Wiesel Foundation appreciates the many applicants who took the time and energy to engage with us and intends to open future grant cycles.

FactSet Appoints Elisha Wiesel to Board of Directors

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Friday, March 24, 2023

NORWALK, Conn., March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE: FDS | NASDAQ: FDS), a global financial digital platform and enterprise solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Elisha Wiesel to its Board of Directors.

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  • NORWALK, Conn., March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FactSet Research Systems Inc. (NYSE: FDS | NASDAQ: FDS), a global financial digital platform and enterprise solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Elisha Wiesel to its Board of Directors.
  • Previously, Wiesel spent 25 years at Goldman Sachs, including 15 years as a partner, innovating in software, markets and risk management.
  • “I am honored to join the board of FactSet, a company well known for its culture of innovation, focus on engineering talent, and market-leading solutions,” said Wiesel.
  • “I’m excited to be part of the FactSet mission to source, refine, and activate the data that drives real-time decisions by financial market participants.”
    “I am pleased to welcome Elisha to our board and look forward to partnering with him as FactSet continues to drive innovation and performance through its digital platform,” said Robin Abrams, Chair of the FactSet Board of Directors.

The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity and The HOW Institute for Society Announce Student Winners of the 2021 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

They must play an active role in understanding their patients values and desires to better aid them in choosing the right care.

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  • They must play an active role in understanding their patients values and desires to better aid them in choosing the right care.
  • We are proud to partner with the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity in awarding the annual ethics prize.
  • The Elie Wiesel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest encourages students to write thought-provoking personal essays that raise questions, single out issues and offer rational arguments for ethical action.
  • Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion, established The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity soon after he was awarded the 1986 Nobel Prize for Peace.

Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations to Receive United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's 2021 Elie Wiesel Award

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Friday, March 26, 2021

WASHINGTON, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will confer its highest honor, the Elie Wiesel Award , on Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and the US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations (OSI, now the Human Rights and Special Prosecution Section).

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  • WASHINGTON, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will confer its highest honor, the Elie Wiesel Award , on Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat and the US Department of Justice's Office of Special Investigations (OSI, now the Human Rights and Special Prosecution Section).
  • Serving four additional presidential administrations, Ambassador Eizenstat has led tireless efforts to secure justice for survivors.
  • Elie Wiesel, the Museum's founding chairman, was the first recipient of the award, which was subsequently named in his honor.
  • A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity.

The Galien Foundation Announces Webinars To Explore the Intersection of Ethics and Global Health

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Thursday, March 11, 2021

On Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 12:00pm-1:00pm EST, The Galien Foundation will host the first session in the series titled, "Ethics & Economics: COVID-19 at the Crossroads of Global Health."

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  • On Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 12:00pm-1:00pm EST, The Galien Foundation will host the first session in the series titled, "Ethics & Economics: COVID-19 at the Crossroads of Global Health."
  • This discussion will be moderated by Kenneth Moch, Senior Advisor to the Chairman, Center for Global Health Innovation and Global Health Crisis Coordination Center.
  • From November 10-11, 2021, The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, the CURA Foundation and The Galien Foundation will host the annual Jerusalem Ethics Forum.
  • The Galien Foundation fosters, recognizes and rewards excellence in scientific innovation to improve the state of human health.

The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity and LRN Announce Student Winners of the 2020 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alexandra Lang, a senior at Northwestern University, has won the 2020 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest presented by The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, LRN Corporation and LRN Founder and Chairman Dov Seidman.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alexandra Lang, a senior at Northwestern University, has won the 2020 Prize in Ethics Essay Contest presented by The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity, LRN Corporation and LRN Founder and Chairman Dov Seidman.
  • The Prize in Ethics Essay Contest, established in 1989 by Professor Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion Wiesel, is an annual competition that challenges college students to address the urgent and complex ethical issues that confront the modern world.
  • We are proud to partner with the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity in awarding the annual ethics prize.
  • Elie Wieseland his wife, Marion, established The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity soon after he was awarded the 1986 Nobel Prize for Peace.

KRISTEN BELL, PATRICK LAWLER, AND TOMS AMONG 2020 JEFFERSON AWARD RECIPIENTS

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Friday, September 25, 2020

Previous recipients of the award include Oprah Winfrey, Harry Connick, Jr., and Professor Elie Wiesel, among others.

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  • Previous recipients of the award include Oprah Winfrey, Harry Connick, Jr., and Professor Elie Wiesel, among others.
  • Patrick Lawler received the Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service Benefiting the Disadvantagedfor his work with Youth Villages .
  • Amy Smith, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer accepted the Jefferson Award for Outstanding by a Corporation on behalf of TOMS.
  • In addition to the award presentations, the event included an Instagram Live pre-show featuring interviews with all the award recipients as well as Multiplying Good's CEO, board members, and past Jefferson Award recipients.