Road to Peace

Facilitating medical treatment for children in areas of conflict and highlighting the plight of victims of war

[Sally Becker @sallybecker121]

Congratulations to @bbclysedoucet on winning the Women’s Prize for non-fiction for her book ‘The Finest Hotel in Kabul’. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[Sally Becker @sallybecker121]

But where are the protests? I don’t see anyone marching in support of these women and girls.

[Sally Becker @sallybecker121]

We are urgently calling for specialists to join our global paediatric network helping frontline clinicians access life-saving expertise for children in conflict affected areas. Just a few minutes of your time can help save a child’s life. https://t.co/9Nd3Z21Mm5

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

After seeing patients transported in wheelbarrows, Aurora Luminary Abdulkadir Abdirahman Adan @DrAadem built Somalia’s largest free ambulance service. Donate to Aurora to power solutions like Abdulkadir’s: https://t.co/fnUDsGGJzx @AaminAmbulance

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

On April 23, 2026, Aurora hosted a session titled “Funding a New Humanitarianism: Scaling Global Support for Locally Led Responses” during the Skoll World Forum #SkollWF in Oxford, UK. The conversation brought together grassroots leaders, donors, and experts to explore how humanitarian funding can better support local actors working in crisis contexts. Speakers reflected on locally led response, accessible funding, collective action, and the role of common humanity in addressing urgent humanitarian challenges. @ahafeyan @NoubarAfeyan @WILPFAfgSection @sallybecker121 @SaveaChildUK @StartNetwork @isabelchoat @CIFFchild

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

The 2026 #SkollWorldForum opened last night in Oxford with regeneration as its guiding theme, inspired by nature's own cycles of adaptation and renewal.

The Opening Plenary featured two conversations among a broader program of talks and performances that opened the Forum.

The first brought together Aurora Prize Laureate @IlwadElman, Peace @NobelPrize Laureate @JuanManSantos, and Aurora Prize Selection Committee member Dele Olojede for a discussion about long-term humanitarian commitment and what it takes to drive meaningful change in the world's most challenging environments.

The second explored the convergence of human and machine intelligence, with Aurora Co-Founder and Chair of the Board @NoubarAfeyan in conversation with @Trevornoah, Founder of the @TrevorNoahFdn, on where AI stands today and where it is headed.

Follow along for more updates from Oxford! #SkollWF @SkollFoundation

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

On the sidelines of the Skoll World Forum #SkollWF, Aurora convened grassroots leaders, funders, and frontline experts for a conversation on locally led humanitarian response.

Aurora Co-Founder and Chair of the Board @NoubarAfeyan and CEO Armine Afeyan @ahafeyan opened the session. The discussion centered on a shared challenge: how to ensure resources reach local actors — and that trust, transparency, and accountability make that possible in practice.

Panelists included @JamilaAfghani, President of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (@WILPF) Afghanistan and 2022 Aurora Prize Laureate; @sallybecker121, Founder and CEO of @SaveaChildUK and 2025 Aurora Humanitarian; Anna Hakobyan, Chief Impact Officer and Executive Director Nutrition of Children’s Investment Fund Foundation @CIFFchild; Lucretia Puentes, Director of Network and Funds of @StartNetwork — moderated by @isabelchoat, Commissioning Editor for the @guardian's Global Development Desk.

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

What would it take to get humanitarian funding to the people who need it most — faster, more directly, and with greater trust?

That's the conversation Aurora is hosting in Oxford on April 23.

Funding a New Humanitarianism: Scaling Global Support for Locally Led Responses

📍 Oxford Town Hall | 10:30–11:30 AM BST
If you're in Oxford, join us. Register now: https://t.co/AVRpBlG2iq

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

Watch the video about the 2025 Aurora Humanitarians @sallybecker121, Dr. @zouhairlahna, and Dr. Jill Seaman — three individuals from different corners of the world who refuse to turn away when human lives are at stake. They remind us that humanity is a choice we make every day.

Join us in standing with humanity: https://t.co/7D8cfD5bPz

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

“It’s been an extraordinary experience to have been part of the conversations over the last now weeks and months, and such a deep privilege to learn about the individuals that we will bring to attention this evening. Sally’s courage and commitment has given countless children a second chance, and her compassion continues to light the way for others.”

At the 2025 Aurora Prize Ceremony, @ChelseaClinton, member of the Aurora Prize Selection Committee and Vice Chair of both the @ClintonFdn and the Clinton Health Access Initiative @CHAI_health, took the stage to introduce 2025 Aurora Humanitarian @sallybecker121, who evacuated hundreds of sick and injured children from besieged areas during the conflicts in Bosnia and Kosovo, and has since continued saving children’s lives in Northern Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Gaza. @ClintonGlobal

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

“I want to thank Aurora for giving people like me such a wonderful platform and enabling us to encourage others in this kind of work—and I don’t mean dashing across frontlines, but just helping, because everyone can make a difference, no matter how small. You just have to want to.”

At the 2025 #AuroraPrize Ceremony, this year’s Aurora Humaniarian @sallybecker121, recognized for rescuing and protecting children in conflict zones around the world, looked back at what first inspired her life’s work and shared a profoundly touching reunion, acknowledging Selma Handzar, a girl she had once rescued and who was in the audience. #GratitudeInAction

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

A heartwarming reunion at the 2025 Aurora Ceremony on Ellis Island as Aurora Humanitarian Sally Becker @sallybecker121 acknowledges Selma Handzar — the girl she rescued in 1993 — in the audience.

This #GivingSeason, we give thanks for every life changed by courage and invite you to support Aurora so more stories like this can unfold: https://t.co/7D8cfD5bPz

[Sally Becker @sallybecker121]

300 schoolgirls abducted in Nigeria. When it happened to the #Yazidis the world did nothing. This time we must push for a coordinated response: trained negotiators, verified info channels and international support for a safe rescue. No rumors, no politics-just action!

[Sally Becker @sallybecker121]

Svetlana is caring for 11 orphaned kids in a small Ukrainian village just a few km from the front line. No power. No heat. Nowhere to go. Just trying to survive another day. Please help us to help them. #RememberUkraine https://t.co/z6iTzfYoqO

[Children of Peace @ChildrenofPeace]

OUR LATEST UPDATE has gone live at https://t.co/icg1h38bRq with latest report from #UNICEF Gaza & news that leading humanitarian & a Goodwill Ambassador to Children of Peace Sally Becker @saveachilduk @sallybecker121 receives LifeTime Achievement Award at Pride of Britain 2025

[Bader Media Group @BaderMedia]

10th Anniversary Aurora Prize Ceremony on Ellis Island in New York City - Honoring individuals who exemplify "Gratitude in Action" by risking their lives to save others.

Founded on behalf of the survivors of the Armenian Genocide, the Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity recognizes and resources global humanitarians, reinforcing the belief that there is courage and kindness in every person.

This landmark anniversary event brought together hundreds of guests, including philanthropists Michael Milken and former Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo, to celebrate this decade of impact.

The evening featured a moving performance and interview with Grammy-nominated R&B artist Aloe Blacc and culminated in the announcement of the 2025 Aurora Prize Laureate, recognized for their dedication as an agent of sustainable change.

A key moment of the night was honoring British Humanitarian Aid Worker Sally Becker, "the Angel of Mostar." She shared the powerful story of her work during the Bosnian War and the emotional reunion with Selma Handzar, a child she rescued whose life was transformed by Sally's bravery. By highlighting stories like Sally’s—of survival, hope, and renewal—the Aurora Initiative inspires people worldwide to act with kindness.

This video captures the essence of this monumental event, held at a location that symbolizes refuge, marking ten years of Aurora’s commitment to supporting those on the front lines of humanity's greatest crises.

#AuroraPrize #GratitudeInAction #Humanitarian #EllisIsland #AloeBlacc #SallyBecker #AngelOfMostar #ArmenianGenocide #Courage #GlobalImpact
@AuroraPrize_ @aloeblacc @EllisIsland @sallybecker121

[Nuseir Yassin @nasdaily]

I'm not celebrating.

In 2 years, so many humans lost their lives.
But even those who are alive lost as well.

We all lost.
We lost trust in each other.
We lost trust in institutions.
We lost factual discourse.
We lost faith in humanity.

I speak frankly when I say: I lost myself.
My view of the world is significantly damaged and jaded.

Both sides will claim victory.
But this is pyrrhic victory - a victory with such a high cost that we can't afford to get another "victory".

It's time to rebuild whatever is left.

[Nuseir Yassin @nasdaily]

There is time for war. And there is time for peace.

I'm aware we are not out of the danger zone yet, especially for Palestinians still under the control of Hamas. But for one day, let's be optimistic.
If we put the same war energy towards peace...we may have some incredible breakthroughs in the next 2 years.
I want Nas Daily to be front and center in these efforts. If anyone has any ideas, do send them my way. Let's start rebuilding.

I'll leave you with this quote: “It is more difficult to organize peace than to win a war; but the fruits of victory will be lost if the peace is not well organized.”

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

On November 6, 2025, Aurora’s global community gathered on Ellis Island — once a symbol of new beginnings — to celebrate those who keep that hope alive today.

The 2025 #AuroraPrize Ceremony honored Dr. Jamal Eltaeb, the new Laureate, alongside the Aurora Humanitarians and philanthropists whose work embodies Gratitude in Action.

Watch the highlights from Aurora’s 10th anniversary event. #GratitudeInAction #10YearsOfImpact #Aurora10

[Aurora Humanitarian Initiative @AuroraPrize_]

Meet the 2025 Aurora Humanitarians

@sallybecker121, a humanitarian who evacuated hundreds of sick and injured children from besieged areas during the conflicts in Bosnia and Kosovo, and has since continued saving children’s lives in Northern Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Gaza. Ms. Becker has set up emergency pediatric units close to front lines and launched a telemedicine program that connects local clinicians to a global pediatric network.

Read more: https://t.co/ShvPfCagWB @SaveaChildUK