Promoting the Legacy of Moral Courage
The Wallenberg-Sugihara Civil Courage Society educates and inspires through advocacy and recognition of those who risk their lives for others
Civil Courage Award
Help us honour courage. For future Wallenberg Days, we’re seeking nominations for the Annual Civil Courage Award. If you know someone who stands up for what’s right, even in the face of adversity, we encourage you to nominate them. It’s a simple process— visit the Civil Courage Award page to learn more.
Raoul Wallenberg Day
Celebrating Moral Courage. The “Wallenberg Days” page highlights annual events that honour extraordinary acts of civil courage, featuring award recipients, event highlights, and media coverage inspired by the enduring legacies of Raoul Wallenberg and Chiune Sugihara.
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20th Annual Raoul Wallenberg Day - January 2025
Courageous Rescue from Afghanistan
Dedicated to the memory of Mursal Nabizada
Afghanistan's Taliban rulers progressively deny women the right to take part in public life. Those who were MPs have been targeted ruthlessly. The WALLENBERG - SUGIHARA CIVIL COURAGE AWARD was presented to Corey Levine, who has worked courageously in Afghanistan and Pakistan to help former MPs escape to safer countries and shared her experiences.
Supporting Speakers
- Elizabeth May, MP, member of the all-party panel of Canadian MPs that worked together to aid Corey Levine's efforts.
- Gulalai Mohammadi, the youngest person elected to the Afghan Parliament in 2018, who escaped to Canada in 2024 with her family.
About Us
Inspiring Courageous Action. The Wallenberg-Sugihara Civil Courage Society recognizes and honours individuals who, inspired by Raoul Wallenberg and Chiune Sugihara, act with moral courage to help others despite personal risk. Through annual events, awards, and storytelling, the Society seeks to educate, remember, and inspire brave action in the face of injustice.
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