Institute of International Education (IIE) 2023 Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East

The Institute of International Education (IIE) awards the IIE Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East annually to recognize outstanding work being conducted jointly by two individuals, one Israeli Jew and one Arab Muslim, whether or not a citizen of Israel, working together to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East. The two individuals whose work is judged to be most successful in bringing people together and breaking down the barriers of hatred toward “the other” share a $20,000 prize. The winners are selected by a prestigious international selection committee. 

About Victor J. Goldberg

Victor J. Goldberg retired from IBM in 1993 as a corporate vice president after a 34-year career at the company. Mr. Goldberg received both his undergraduate and his M.B.A. degrees from Northwestern University. He joined the Board of Trustees of the Institute of International Education in 1979, is a member of its Executive Committee and served for 13 years as vice chairman of the Board. He has served as a trustee of the International Fellowship Program, a Ford Foundation initiative for underserved populations around the world, and also serves on the Westchester County Fair Campaign Practices Committee.

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• Table of Content
• About Institute of International Education (IIE)
• Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East
• Aim and Benefits of Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East
• Requirements for Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East

Aim and Benefits of Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East

The two individuals whose work is judged to be most successful in bringing people together and meeting the goals of the Prize share a US$20,000 prize.

Requirements for Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East Qualification

• Advance the cause of peace in the Middle East
• Reward those who are courageous and committed to work to overcome the religious, cultural, ethnic and political issues which divide the region
• Break down barriers of hate towards “the other”
• Recognize innovation
• Inspire others working at the grassroots level, and demonstrate that their efforts are worthy of wider recognition.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Institute of International Education (IIE) Victor J. Goldberg Prize for Peace in the Middle East

To recognize the full range of excellent work being done in this very difficult and important area, IIE is encouraging applications from any two individuals whose activities meet the criteria and goals outlined above.  Eligibility in the past was limited to teams in which one member had some prior connection with IIE’s programs or sponsors.  Such prior connection will still get preference in close judgements, but will not automatically determine the winner.

The winners are selected by a prestigious international selection committee. Award ceremonies are generally held each June, along with public announcement of the winners to press and social media.  

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Please contact IIE Goldberg Prize program team at [email protected] with any questions. 

For more details visit: IIE website.