FR. SHAY CULLEN, SSC
Weimar, Germany: This is a city in central Germany that has had a glorious history marred by a terrible past. At present, it is a small city where the respect and promotion of human rights are celebrated and rewarded. On International Human Rights Day, the city presents the prestigious Weimar Human Rights Award to those recognized and lauded for their commitment and work in defending and promoting the rights of the people most vulnerable and at risk of rights violations around the world.