J. William Fulbright Prize for International Understanding

Overview:
The J. William Fulbright Prize celebrates the advancement of peace through international understanding, realizing the vision of Senator Fulbright and honoring the impact of the Fulbright Program worldwide. The Prize holds that understanding built on immersive travel and education is a prerequisite to partnerships in diplomacy, commerce, and trade.

Purpose:
By underscoring the necessity of cultural understanding for effective cross-border cooperation, the Fulbright Prize demonstrates that international cooperation can address the world's challenges.

Award History:
Awarded by the alumni community of the Fulbright exchange program since 1993, the Prize has recognized outstanding individuals and organizations including:

• Nelson Mandela
• Jimmy Carter
• Bill and Melinda Gates
• Doctors Without Borders
• Angela Merkel
• Bono

Prize Ceremony:
The Prize Ceremony serves as an exceptional networking opportunity with ambassadors, diplomats, members of Congress, Administration officials, and leaders of international commerce, the media, and education.

Contact Information:

• Organization: Fulbright Association
• Address: PO Box 65808, Washington, DC 20036, United States
• Phone: (202) 775-0725
• Email: info@fulbright.org
• Tax Status: 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 52-1821935)

Additional Resources:

• Past Laureates available on website
• Previous Prize Ceremony recordings and photos available (2022-2024)