The 14th Annual Desmond Tutu International Peace Lecture is being delivered by the 2021 and 2022 Nobel Laureates Maria Ressa and Oleksandra Matviichuk, respectively. The theme for this years lecture is Bearing Witness. Maria Ressa, a Filipino journalist and co-founder of Rappler, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 for her efforts to safeguard freedom of expression in the Philippines. Oleksandra Matviichuk, a Ukrainian human rights lawyer and leader of the Center for Civil Liberties, received the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize for her work in advocating for human rights and democracy, particularly in the context of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Desmond Tutu International Peace Lecture honors the legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a renowned South African anti-apartheid activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, known for his unwavering commitment to human rights, justice, and peace. This lecture serves as a platform for individuals who have made significant contributions to peace and human rights globally.
