Right Livelihood Award 2025 Honours Global Pioneers Fighting Climate Change, Defending Democracy
The Right Livelihood Award, often dubbed the Alternative Nobel Prize, has announced its 2025 laureates. This year's recipients span the globe, from Taiwan to the Pacific Islands, and tackle pressing issues like climate change, human rights, and democracy. The prize, established in 1980, honours pioneers who work on overlooked crises and conflicts.
Taiwanese hacker and programmer Audrey Tang is among the winners. She uses digital technologies to bolster democracy and bridge social divides. Tang is the first recipient from Taiwan and the first cyber expert to receive the award. She joins an illustrious list of laureates that includes Astrid Lindgren, Edward Snowden, and Greta Thunberg.
The Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC) and human rights lawyer Julian Aguon from Guam will also receive the prize. They successfully brought the climate crisis to the International Court of Justice, a significant legal victory. The PISFCC has mobilised an international solidarity network against climate change.
Emergency Response Rooms, a volunteer network providing humanitarian aid in Sudan, has been recognised for its impact. The organisation has assisted millions in the war-torn country. Meanwhile, Justice For Myanmar exposes financial support for Myanmar's military junta from abroad, shining a light on human rights abuses.
The prize ceremony will take place in Stockholm in December. Winners will receive lifelong support from the Right Livelihood Foundation. This year's laureates represent collective action, resistance, and lived democracy against authoritarianism and climate catastrophes.
The Right Livelihood Award continues to spotlight unsung heroes and critical issues worldwide. This year's recipients highlight the power of collective action and the importance of addressing climate change and human rights abuses. Their work serves as an inspiration for others to stand up for justice and sustainability.
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