Native news sources:
Native American activist Leonard Peltier is the recipient of the 2026 International Ethecon Blue Planet Award, awarded by the German-based ethical and economic foundation Stiftung ethecon Ethik & Ökonomie.
Key Details of the Award
- Reason for Recognition: Peltier was honored for his lifelong resistance against oppression, exploitation, and environmental destruction, as well as his enduring work for Indigenous rights.
- Announcement & Presentation: The award was announced by organizations like the NDN Collective in October 2026, with the formal presentation scheduled to take place in December 2026.
- Current Status: Peltier is 82 years old and living under home confinement on the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Reservation following his commutation by President Joe Biden in January 2025.
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