Ghent, Belgium, 5 June (Petra)-HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, Chair
and Founder of Generations For Peace (GFP), accepted the inaugural
Count Jacques Rogge Prize on behalf of the organisation at a ceremony
at Ghent City Hall, in the presence of HRH Princess Zeina Al Feisal,
HRH Princess Aisha bint Feisal, HRH Prince Laurent of Belgium, HRH
Princess Louise of Belgium, and Countess Anne Rogge.

GFP was selected unanimously by the Jury as the first laureate of the
award in recognition of its pioneering approach to using sport as a
primary vehicle for peacebuilding and conflict transformation.

The organisation has distinguished itself through its vision of
harnessing sport-based activities as educational tools to build
resilience and strengthen social cohesion, supported by complementary
programmes in dialogue, advocacy, empowerment, and media to create
meaningful and sustainable social impact.

The Count Jacques Rogge Prize has been established by Panathlon
International Belgium to commemorate the humanitarian and sporting
legacy of Count Jacques Rogge, former International Olympic Committee
President. It recognises organisations that place youth and inclusion
at the heart of their work while embodying human values and
delivering tangible social impact on the international stage.

Speaking at the ceremony, HRH Prince Feisal said: “Generations For
Peace was founded on a deep belief that sport transcends competition
and serves as a powerful tool for positive change and healing. Over
nearly two decades, we have created lasting impact in the lives of
more than 1.4 million people across 52 countries.

“We remain committed to continuing this humanitarian journey,
reflecting the profound potential of sport to serve communities far
beyond the podium.”

Founded in Jordan in 2007, GFP has become a global model for
sustainable peacebuilding and the empowerment of local youth leaders.
Since its inception, it has trained more than 30,000 young people
worldwide, who have in turn transferred their knowledge and
experience to their local communities, multiplying the organisation’s
impact and extending its reach to millions of children and adults.

These efforts have received broad international recognition,
including official accreditation from the International Olympic
Committee. GFP is currently ranked 24th among the world’s top 200
non-governmental and social benefit organisations.

The Award Ceremony was presided over by Paul Standaert, President of
Panathlon International Belgium, and Philippe Housiaux, President of
the Count Jacques Rogge Prize Jury.

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