2024 Leo Baeck Prize: Minister-President Hendrik Wüst To Give Laudatory Speech for Awardee Hans-Joachim Watzke

Award Ceremony in Berlin on July 10

Watzke Recognized for Commitment to German-Jewish Dialogue and Social Justice

The Central Council of Jews in Germany has announced that Hans-Joachim Watzke, CEO of Borussia Dortmund, will receive the 2024 Leo Baeck Prize.

The prize is awarded annually to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to German-Jewish dialogue and social justice.

Watzke will be honored at a ceremony in Berlin on July 10.

Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia Hendrik Wüst will deliver the laudatory speech.

Watzke has been a vocal advocate for the fight against anti-Semitism and racism.

He has also been instrumental in promoting the integration of refugees into German society.

The Leo Baeck Prize was established in 1957 in memory of Rabbi Leo Baeck.

Baeck was a prominent leader of the German Jewish community during the Nazi era.

The prize is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the German-Jewish community.