Kurdish Journalist Awarded Germany's International Blue Tongue Prize

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Düzen Tekkal.

Düzen Tekkal, a Kurdish-Yazidi journalist and human rights activist, has been awarded Germany's International Blue Tongue Prize in recognition of her humanitarian work and outstanding contributions to society.

The International Blue Tongue Prize is presented annually in Germany to courageous individuals who have made a significant and positive impact on society. Tekkal received this year's award in recognition of her longstanding commitment to defending human rights, advocating for the Yazidi community, and combating hatred and extremism in Germany and internationally.

Tekkal is widely recognised as one of Europe's leading human rights advocates. Through her journalism and civic engagement, she has promoted the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence while drawing international attention to important humanitarian and human rights issues.

The award further reinforces Tekkal's standing as a prominent Kurdish woman activist and serves as recognition of her years of dedicated humanitarian work and advocacy.


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