The prize shall be awarded in recognition of their dedicated service to humanity, in the promotion of reconciliation and social cohesion, and in community development, guided by the purposes and principles of the United Nations.
The Prize, to be awarded to each winner, in recognition of the humility of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela shall be a plaque engraved with an appropriate citation and a relevant quotation.
Eligibilities
Written nominations for the Prize may be received from the following:
Governments of the Member States and observer States of the United Nations;
Entities and intergovernmental organizations having received a standing invitation to participate as observers in the sessions and work of the General Assembly and the Economic and Social Council;
Institutions of higher education, in particular universities and other educational establishments, which provide a program of education beyond secondary education, grant post-secondary degrees and are approved and/or accredited as institutions of higher education by the competent authorities of Member States, as well as independent research centers and institutes that are engaged in dedicated service to humanity, the promotion of reconciliation and social cohesion, and community development;
Non-governmental organizations in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council;
Laureates of the Prize, unless they are currently serving on the Committee.
