The Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity's mission is to recognize and support individuals who risk their lives, health, or freedom to save the lives, health, or freedom of others facing violent conflict, atrocity crimes, or major human rights violations. The Prize honors the legacy of the survivors and saviors of the Armenian Genocide by awarding a laureate with a US $1,000,000 prize to further support humanitarian causes.
The Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity is a humanitarian award inviting nominations globally for individuals who display extraordinary courage and commitment in overcoming personal challenges to assist others. The award focuses on those who act beyond the call of duty or professional obligations to aid people affected by violent conflict or human rights violations. Nominations are open to the public, including members of national assemblies, governments, and academic institutions, and undergo a rigorous vetting process by a panel including Nobel Prize Laureates and human rights activists. The selection criteria hinge on courage, commitment, and impact, evaluating nominees based on their risks taken to help others, their dedication to moral values in saving lives, and the measurable effect of their actions in long-term life preservation.