Görlitz Bridge Prize goes to Joachim Gauck - Joachim Gauck Honored with 2026 Görlitz Bridge Prize for Championing Democracy
Former German President Joachim Gauck, now 85, has been awarded the prestigious Görlitz Bridge Prize for his significant contributions to democracy and international understanding. The award, carrying a €2,500 cash prize, will be presented on February 4, 2026, at the Görlitz Synagogue Cultural Forum.
The International Bridge Prize, established in 2005, honours individuals who have made outstanding contributions to democratic progress and mutual understanding in Europe. Previous recipients include notable figures such as writer Herta Müller, author Günter Grass, architect Daniel Libeskind, and Estonian composer Arvo Pärt.
Gauck, a former Lutheran pastor, served as the Federal President of Germany from 2012 to 2017. His commitment to democracy and human rights, both in Germany and internationally, has been widely recognised. The award acknowledges his extensive work in promoting democratic values and fostering international understanding.
Joachim Gauck will receive the 2026 Görlitz Bridge Prize for his dedication to democracy and international understanding. The award ceremony will take place at the Görlitz Synagogue Cultural Forum on February 4, 2026. His receipt of this prestigious prize further cements his legacy as a champion of democratic values.
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