The UNESCO Peace Prize is awarded by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting peace and resolving conflicts. Established in 1989, the prize recognizes efforts in education, culture, and science that foster mutual understanding and dialogue among different communities. The award aims to highlight the importance of peace-building initiatives and encourages further action towards global harmony. Recipients of the prize are celebrated for their dedication to humanitarian causes and their ability to inspire others to work towards a more peaceful world.