Nicanor perlas biography of rory

Nicanor Perlas was among the recipients of The Right Livelihood Award (RLA) announced today in Sweden.  He was recognized for “playing a crucial role in developing the theoretical and practical basis for a world order that benefits all people.

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The jury honors Perlas for his outstanding efforts in educating civil society about the effects of corporate globalization and how positive alternatives to it can be implemented.”

The RLA is also known as the “Alternative Nobel Prize” and was established in 1980 to honor and support individuals who uphold the principles of right livelihood.

“This Award exists to strengthen the positive social forces that its recipients represent and to provide the support and inspiration needed to make them a model for the future.” In the past 20 years, over 100 individuals from 48 countries have received this prestigious recognition. Previous awardees include: Leonardo Boff, Vandana Shiva, Edward Goldsmith, and Herman Daly among others.

Mr. Perlas bec Nicanor Perlas - Metro Manila, National Capital Region ... XAL