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Klementyna Suchanow Wins 2026 Friedenspreis Dresden

The award recognizes her leadership defending women's rights, the rule of law, human rights, peace.

Overview

  • Organizers announced the 10,000‑euro prize at a Dresden press conference on Tuesday, confirming Suchanow as this year's laureate.
  • The Semperoper will host a matinée ceremony on 12 April, followed by an evening event and panel on 13 April at the Military History Museum.
  • Jean Asselborn will deliver the laudation at the ceremony, with a greeting from Saxony’s Minister‑President Michael Kretschmer.
  • The program features pianist Dominik Wania, rapper Juse Ju, and a dedicated performance by choreographer Katja Erfurth.
  • A co‑founder of Poland’s All‑Poland Women’s Strike, Suchanow has led mass protests since 2016 and has reported arrest and mistreatment; she said she was overwhelmed by the honor.