The Linda Whetstone Award for Freedom and Human Rights | Call for Nominations

The Linda Whetstone Award for Freedom and Human Rights is an annual honor recognizing outstanding individual whose work exemplifies the principles of human rights, freedom, and the fight against extremism and authoritarianism. Each year, one recipient is selected for this prestigious award based on their exceptional contributions to advancing these causes. The award will be formally presented during the Gala Dinner (Prosperity Dinner) on the opening night of the Toronto Democracy Forum.

Call for Nominations

Nominations are now open for the 2025 award. We invite you to submit nominations for individuals whose work demonstrates courage, dedication, and meaningful impact in promoting human rights and freedom. You may also nominate yourself if your journey reflects these values. Whether it’s a grassroots activist, a fearless advocate, or a quiet changemaker, we want to hear their story.

By honoring those who champion freedom and human dignity, the Linda Whetstone Award celebrates both the legacy of resilience and the ongoing efforts to build a more just and equitable world.

The recipients of the award will be selected by the Board of Directors and Advisory Council of the World Anti Extremism Network and will be invited to attend the Toronto Democracy Forum on November 16–17, 2025.

Deadline for nominations: October 10, 2025

For any questions, please contact us at: hq@WorldAntiExtremism.org

To nominate yourself or someone else please compelete the form.

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