MUSTAPHA BAKKOURY - 2018
President of the Moroccan Agency of Solar Energy - MOROCCO

The award was assigned Mustapha Bakouri for his efforts on renewable energy and sustainable development. As president of the Casablanca-Settat Region and of the Moroccan Agency of Solar Energy, he is committed in protecting the environment and developing energy everyday, while respecting the ecosystem and the quality of life. Its revolutionary aim to transform Morocco into one of the most energetic countries from an energy point of view has allowed the enhancement of large energy basins, setting itself as an example worldwide.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 03 may 2018

TOM FOX - 2013
American Environmentalist

The Environmentalist American Tom Fox, the "guru" who has turned the water front of New York, received from the hands of the President and the Mayor of Naples Capasso De Magistris the "Mediterranean Award for 2013 to the environment.
"The ceremony was held at St James's Palace.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 9 November 2013

GREENPEACE INTERNATIONAL - 2012

For relentless commitment to an energy revolution that will face the challenges of climate change, for the defence of our oceans and the protection of the last remaining primary forests on the planet (together with the animals, plants and populations that are dependent on them), for dedication to the cause disarmament and peace by confronting the causes of conflict and demanding the elimination of all nuclear arms, for commitment to the creation of a future free of toxic substances as well as the promotion of sustainable agriculture.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 06 january 2012

REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER - 2011
HUNGARY

For unrelenting commitment –through 16 offices in Euro-Mediterranean countries – in the management and sustainable use of natural resources and the implementation of partnerships among local actors for eco-sustainable development of the region.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

NATIONAL PARK D'ABRUZZO, LAZIO AND MOLISE - 2010
ITALY

On the occasion of EUROPARC 2010 at Pescasseroli – an event which brought together representatives of the Parks of European Countries and for the inauguration of the “TOTEM FOR PEACE”, the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise was awarded the “Angelo Vassallo” Mediterranean Award for Environment and Co-Development for its actions aiming at protecting the environment and nature.

Awarding Ceremony
Pescasseroli, 29 september 2010

FOLCO QUILICI - 2009
Film Director, write - ITALY

For his commitment to safeguarding the environment and promoting co-development as well as his important work in disseminating the culture of the sea. An example for future generations and a didactic educational tool to be transmitted to all coastal countries of the Mediterranean in order to disseminate the values of the love for the sea and the protection of its habitat.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 19 february 2009

JOSÉ H. ORNELAS - 2014
Psychologist - PORTUGAL

Between 2011 and 2013 José Ornelas was one of the researchers of Housing First Europe, a social experimentation project on the EU level, developed, and funded by the European Commission.
This project brought together projects in several European cities, including five test sites where the approach was evaluated (Amsterdam, Budapest, Copenhagen, Glasgow and Lisboa), and facilitated the exchange of information and experiences with other cities where Housing First programs were planned or already implemented (Dublin, Gent, Gothenburg, Helsinki, Lille, Marseille, Paris, Toulouse and Vienna).

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 january 2016

RENATO NATALE - 2013
President of the Jerry Essan Masslo Association - ITALY

For their efforts to integrate migrants in the geographic area of Agro Aversano and for their commitment to civil action for the promotion of fundamental rights and asserting social justice. The association was founded in memory of a south African immigrant who was killed in Italy and it bears testimony to the civil commitment against any form of abuse of power in affirmation of the rights of the most vulnerable in our territory where the Camorra is rife..

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 4 january 2013

SCHOOL OF PEACE ASSOCIATION - 2012
ITALY

The Association of Peace School, founded in 1989, dedicates its efforts to raise awareness, especially among young people, on issues of solidarity and civic engagement. In particular, the action aimed at students of secondary schools and the attention to migration with the creation of a school for the teaching of the Italian language, supplemented by significant side effects, make it an example of excellence in the diverse world the voluntary sector.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 4 january 2012

ALBERTA LEVI e DIANA PEZZA BORRELLI - 2011
Jewish‑Christian Friendship Naples - ITALY

For their commitment in promoting the dialogue among cultures and civilizations involving youth. In particular, for spreading among the students the idea that we all belong to the human race, which is only one, cancelling the differences in view of a better understanding of the other, so as to reach a peaceful coexistence among people of different cultures and religions.

Awarding Ceremony
Benevento, 17 march 2011

A RUOTA LIBERA ONLUS - 2010
Association for Social Solidarity - ITALY

Fondazione Mediterraneo awarded the neapolitan association for the promotion of an innovative center for recreational activities for inabled young people and for the project “La Casa di Tonia”, where repudiated and abandoned single mothers left alone with their children, coming from the city or abroad, will be welcome. Inside the House “La culla della vita” will provide services such as multi‑ethnic nursery and kindergarte, a milk supply for newborns and a playground.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 4 january 2010

L'Altra Napoli Onlus - 2009
Association of Social Solidarity - ITALY

Fondazione Mediterraneo assigned the Mediterranean Award for Social Solidarity 2009 to the Neapolitan association L’Altra Napoli Onlus for its stimulating role in the civil progress of the Neapolitan society, looking at the areas of social unease trying to overcome the dependency culture, promoting concrete models of solution and government in those areas.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 19 february 2009

Canteen "MADRE TERESA DI CALCUTTA" - 2008
Association Social Solidarity - ITALY

For its role as a careful witness of the Phlegrean region’ s deepseated discomforts as well as for its constant activity of support and care, inspired by the noblest principles of charity and universal love.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 4 january 2008

In 2005 the Fondazione Mediterraneo in partnership with the Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Foundation for Dialogue between Cultures - of which the FM is Head of the Italian Network - decided to launch a special category of the ‘Mediterranean Award’ entitled the Euro-Med Award for the Dialogue Between Cultures.
This decision was taken unanimously by the Heads of the 35 National Networks during the meeting held in Barcelona on the 27th of November 2005 to celebrate the “Year of the Mediteranean” and the tenth anniversary of the Euromed Partnership.

INTERNATIONAL BAND - 2017
GERMANY

International Band: in cooperation with 9 professional and amateur musicians from Syria, Iran, Iraq, Palestine and Burkina Faso, “Banda Internationale” has produced a concert programme combining music from the countries of origin of all musicians involved. The target of this project is not limited to refugee musicians, but they want to enhance more than music their own commitment and the commitment of their fellow citizens to help refugees’ transition to life in Germany..

Awarding Ceremony
Tallinn, 14 december 2017

CAPOEIRA 4 REFUGEES - 2015
GREAT BRITAIN - UNITED KINGDOM

Capoeira 4 Refugees (C4R) is a UK registered charity running projects in Syria, Palestine and Jordan.C4R uses capoeira, consisting of music, sport and play, to strengthen fractured communities broken apart by war and forced to flee their homes. Its programmes promote inter-and intra cultural dialogue, tolerance, respect and solidarity.

Awarding Ceremony
Bruxelles, 19 november 2015

ZOUKAK THEATRE COMPANY & CULTURAL ASSOCIATION - 2014
LEBANON

Zoukak theater was established in 2006 to develop a platform for creating and research focused on theater and arts and aiming to create interconnected languages interpretive practices. The project is based on the need to develop a business continuity for their drama and the belief that this practice is a political and social engagement.
Zoukak leading theatrical interventions with incarcerated youth, disabled children, women victims of domestic violence and other marginalized groups in our society, while continuing to work with people affected by the war directly or indirectly way.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 29 october 2014

HOUSE OF TALES AND MUSIC - 2013
JORDAN

The House of Tales and Music (Jordan) represented by Rabeea Najm Al-Din Al-Naser is the winner of the Euro-Med Award 2013-2014. The Award Ceremony took place in Vilnius in the presence of the Heads of the 42 National Networks of the Anna Lindh Foundation and was attended by Andreu Claret, Director of the Anna Lindh Foundation, and Michele Capasso, President of the Fondazione Mediterraneo who presented the award to Rabeea Najm Al-Din Al-Naser.

Awarding Ceremony
Vilnius, 23 november 2013

TEATRO VALLE OCCUPATO - 2012
ITALY

The Awards Ceremony was held in Cyprus on 10 November 2012 at the UNESCO Auditorium, University of Nicosia in the presence of the Heads of the National Networks of the Anna Lindh Foundation. Participants at the ceremony included Andreu Claret, Director of the Anna Lindh Foundation, and Michele Capasso, President of the Fondazione Mediterraneo, who handed this accolade to Sylvia De Fanti and Simona dell’Acqua, representing the Teatro Valle Occupato Theatre Group. This year, the theme for the Euromed Award was “Youths for change, social justice and co-development”.
President Michele Capasso expressed his satisfaction for the acknowledgement emphasizing that the nomination of the “Teatro Valle Occupato” was launched by the Fondazione Mediterraneo itself and has been agreed by the members of the 43 Euromed member countries.

Awarding Ceremony
Cipro, 10 november 2012

DEVELOPMENT NO BORDERS - 2011
EGYPT

Development No Borders is the winner of the 2011-2012 EuroMed Award. 
The Awards Ceremony took place at the Town Hall in Krakow on 22 October 2011 in the presence of ambassadors from 43 countries belonging to the Union of the Mediterranean and Members of the Board of Governors from the Anna Lindh Foundation.
This year, the Euromed Award chose the theme of “For Citizenship and for Freedom” and it was accepted by Amr Shaaban, Chairman of Development No borders, who expressed his gratitude for this acknowledgement in addition to explaining the activities of the association.

Awarding Ceremony
Cracovia, 22 ottobre 2011

ECOPEACE FRIENDS OF THE EARTH MIDDLE EAST - 2010
ISRAEL - PALESTINE - JORDAN

Founded by environmentalists coming from Palestine, Jordan and Israel and by members of Friends of the Earth International, the largest organization of environmentalists in the world, FoEME is an organization of civil society, which carries out research projects and promotes dialogue beyond borders for the ecological sustainability in the region, fair sharing of Jordan Valley and fair peace.

Awarding Ceremony
Bruxelles, 3 december 2010

COMBATANTS FOR PEACE - 2009
ISRAEL - PALESTINE

“Combatants for Peace”, a civil movement jointly established by Palestinian and Israeli individuals, is the Winner of the Euro-Med Award for the Dialogue between Cultures 2009. The Award, which is bestowed and voted by the members of the Anna Lindh Foundation’s networks of civil society present in forty-three countries, recognizes this year the contribution of organizations and individuals in promoting a culture of peace and coexistence in the Euro-Mediterranean Region.

Awarding Ceremony
Stoccolma, 21 september 2009

RIMA MAROUN - 2008
LIBANO

The theme chosen by the Jury is “Dialogue through Art” and the Award has been granted to the Lebanese photographer Rima Maroun because she communicates, through her works, a message of peace and coexistence. Her compositions, with life images, even of wounded subjects or of victims of the endless civil war that troubles Lebanon, reflect an unusual sensitiveness, whose highest point of expression can be found in the exhibition “Murmures”: 14 multiple works where children and women are portrayed in front of a wall. A symbol that does not only mean “obstacle” but, above all, a spur to overcome the challenges everyone is confronted with.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 26 september 2008

RODI KRATSA TSAGAROPOULOU E JAN WILLEMS - 2007
GREECE - HOLLAND

The two ex aequo winners for this edition, Rodi Kratsa Tsagaropoulou and Jan Willems, have been working at two different but equally important levels in favour of women empowerment: Mr. Willems at the grassroots level, through his artistic talent and activities; and Ms. Kratsa at the institutional level, promoting equal opportunities policies in the European Parliament and in the Euro‑Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly.

Awarding Ceremony
Cairo, 26 november 2007

MONASTERO MAR MUSA - 2006
SYRIA

The Prize was awarded to the Monastery for its contribution in promoting mutual respect among population believing in different religions and creeds. Deir Mar Musa is a religious community founded by father Paolo Dall’Oglio in 1991. Its aim is to establish and keep up positive relations between Christians and Muslims. In the community there are men and women coming from different Countries and having different faiths who live the mutual experience to share the richness of their diversity through dialogue.

Awarding Ceremony
Tampere, 26 november 2006

BARCELONA PROCESS - 2005
SPAIN

The Fondazione Mediterraneo has granted the ’Mediterranean Award for Dialogue between Cultures 2005’ to Barcelona Process on the occasion of the 10 th anniversary of partnership agreements. Just to emphasize its symbolic meaning, the acknowledgement has been attributed to the heads of the 35 national networks of Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Foundation as auspicious for the commitment to be undertaken by these actors on behalf of the European Union and of the 35 Euro-Mediterranean Countries in a difficult and indispensable action for peace.

Awarding Ceremony
Barcelona, 27 november 2005