On May 08, 2026 the schwelle Foundation will confer for the twelth time the International Bremen Peace Award for exemplary commitments to Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation. The award is given with the aim of honouring people and organizations that set an example through their work contributing to reconciliation, human rights, overcoming of racism and violence, social justice, sustainable handling of nature and environment as well as to intercultural and interreligious understanding.

We will publish the call for applications in mid-April and accept applications until the end of June 2025.

You can find the invitation to tender here: Call for applications. We accept your application until the end of June.

The winners will be honored in a ceremony in Bremen's City Hall on May 8, 2026, you are cordially invited to attend: Award Ceremony

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