HUMAN SECURITY AWARD
Featuring NASA astronaut Steve L. Smith Embark: One World, Endless Destinations June 6, 2018 Irvine Barclay Theatre 5:00 p.m. Doors Open 5:30 p.m. Program 7:00 p.m. Reception Human Security Award presented as part of the 25th Anniversary Celebration for the School of Social Ecology Join us to commemorate Social Ecology’s […]
The Human Security Award is presented annually to an individual or group whose actions have made a dramatic difference in helping protect and empower the world’s most vulnerable groups and communities.
PAST RECIPIENTS
2017 Human Security Award – Matthew Desmond
Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City Dr. Matthew Desmond is an author, researcher, and recipient of the 12th Annual Human Security Award (presented on March 8, 2017). Human Security Award Recipient, Matthew Desmond, and UCI Blum Center Director, Richard...
2015 Human Security Award – James Orbinski
Imperfect Offering: Humanitarian Action in the 21st Century Dr. James Orbinski, former international president of Doctors Without Borders, is the recipient of the 2015 Human Security Award (presented on October 14, 2015). From Left to Right: Social Ecology Interim...
2014 Human Security Award – Ken Rutherford
Advocacy for Landmine Survivors Ken Rutherford, 1997 Nobel Peace Prize co-recipient and co-founder of the Landmine Survivors Network, was presented with the 2014 Human Security Award at the 10th Annual Ceremony. About Ken Rutherford Dr. Rutherford is an influential...
2013 Human Security Award – Chris Jordan
Art for Environmental Change Chris Jordan, an internationally acclaimed artist and cultural activist based in Seattle, USA, was honored with the 2013 Human Security Award on April 24th. About Chris Jordan Jordan, originally on the track to become a lawyer, traded...
2012 Human Security Award – Jessica Jackley
“Empowering Entrepreneurs through Connected Capital” A keynote address by Jessica Jackley, Venture Partner with Collaborative Fund, Founder and CEO of ProFounder, co-founder of Kiva, and recipient of the 2012 Human Security Award (presented on May 10, 2012). About...
2011 Human Security Award – Alexandra Cousteau
“Water Crisis… Tool for Diplomacy and Platform for Progress” Featuring a keynote address by Alexandra Cousteau, Founder of Blue Legacy and recipient of the 2011 Human Security Award (presented on May 4, 2011). Photograph courtesy of Blue Legacy About Alexandra...
2009 Human Security Award – Mark Johnson and Whitney Burditt
“Playing for Change” Featuring a keynote address by Mark Johnson and Whitney Kroenke Burditt, founders of Playing for Change and recipients of the 2009 Human Security Award (presented on October 22, 2009). Mark Johnson and Whitney Burditt are presented with the...
2008 Human Security Award – Invisible Children
“We Live in Dramatic Times” Featuring a keynote address by Jason Russell, Bobby Bailey and Laren Poole, Founders of Invisible Children Inc. and recipients of the 2008 Human Security Award. Jason Russell, Bobby Bailey and Laren Poole are presented with the 2008...
2007 Human Security Award – David Bornstein
“How to Change the World: Social Entrepreneurs and the Power of New Ideas” Featuring a keynote address by David Bornstein, writer and recipient of the 2007 Human Security Award (presented on October 25th, 2007). David Bornstein is presented with the 2007 Human...
2006 Human Security Award – LGen. Romeo A. Dallaire
“Human Rights in a Complex World” Featuring a keynote address by Lieutenant-General the Honourable Romeo A. Dallaire, retired, the 2006 Human Security Award recipient (presented on October 11, 2006). General Dallaire is presented with the 2006 Human Security Award...
2005 Human Security Award – Zainab Salbi
“Strong Women, Strong Nations” Featuring a keynote address by Zainab Salbi, founder and CEO of Women for Women International and recipient of the 2005 Human Security Award (presented on November 4, 2005). Zainab Salbi is presented with the Human Security Award by...
2004 Human Security Award – Heather Mills
“Clearing a Path to a Safer World” Featuring a keynote address by Heather Mills, anti-landmine activist and recipient of the 2004 Human Security Award (presented on April 28th, 2004). Chancellor Ralph Cicerone and CUSA Director Richard Matthew present Heather Mills...