Oxygen for Democracy Award
Oxygen for Democracy Award
The The Oxygen for Democracy, Peace and Democracy Award is an annual initiative established to posthumously honouring individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of Democracy and Peace in Cyprus.
Award Ceremony 2025
The winners of the award for the second year were announced during the Opening Ceremony of Cyprus Forum 2025, held on October 1, 2025, at the Old City Hall in Nicosia..
Τα Awarded in honour of Xenofon Kallis and Türkan Azizrecognizing their contribution to peace, justice, and human rights in Cyprus.
Türkan Aziz
Türkan Aziz was a pioneer in Cypriot healthcare and became the first Turkish Cypriot head nurse at Nicosia General Hospital after 1960.
Her leadership skills and decisive contribution to the eradication of malaria during the British colonial period left an indelible mark on public health and the empowerment of women in the fields of medicine and nursing.
Xenofon Kallis
Xenophon Kallis, from Dali, dedicated his life to finding the missing persons of Cyprus. A sociologist educated in London, he served as head of the Missing Persons Service and advisor to humanitarian organisations, earning the respect of both communities for his humanity and dedication to finding the truth.
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