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John O’Shea (2003)
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The Founder of the International Humanitarian Organisation, GOAL, received the 2003 Tipperary International Peace Award. Mr. O’Shea received the specially commissioned Waterford Crystal Award in recognition of the tremendous humanitarian work that he has undertaken, including that of focusing on the acute needs of the poorest of the poor in the developing world. Founded in 1977 by John O’Shea, GOAL is dedicated to the alleviation of suffering and works towards ensuring that the poorest and most vulnerable in our world and those affected by humanitarian crises have access to the fundamental needs and rights of life such as food, water, shelter, medical attention and primary education. Tipperary Peace Convention is very much aware of the great work of GOAL in responding to every major natural and man-made disaster and catastrophe in the past 26 years, and is delighted to pay tribute to the organisation’s founder with the presentation of the Tipperary International Peace Award. |
Mayor Rudy Giuliani (2001)
Firefighter William C. Nolan, Ladder 134 and Firefighter James Healy, Engine 265, Queens Trustee FDNY Emerald Society, pictured receiving the Award from Aisling Hanly, Waterford Crystal
President Bill Clinton (2000)
Mr. Clinton received the Award in recognition of the major role that he played during his term as President of the United States, to bring about peace and political stability in Northern Ireland and throughout the world. The Tipperary Peace Convention said that Mr. Clinton had actively promoted the ideals of peace and peaceful co-operation in many countries, including in the Middle East, and that his personal commitment to Northern Ireland was invaluable to the success of the peace process there.
Senator George Mitchell (1999)
Senator Mitchell received the peace award in recognition of the major role that he played over five years in the historic developments to bring about peace and political stability in Northern Ireland and for his ability to mediate and to acquire the trust and confidence of the parties involved in the talks process, which proved vital in the very protracted negotiations that brought about the setting up of the Northern Ireland assembly.
Sister Ethel Normoyle (1996)
Sister Ethel Normoyle of the Order of Blue Nuns was presented with the 1996 Peace Award, for her unselfish commitment, courage and humanitarianism towards the people of Missionvale, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The Peace Committee praised Sister Ethel for her courage as an aid worker in emerging countries and in some of the world’s trouble spots.
Mona Juul and Terje Larsen (1993)
Little was known about this couple that worked behind the scenes for almost a year to bring about an accord between the people of Israel and Palestine, whose enmity had divided the Middle East for over half a century. In making the award, Peace Committee Chairman, Mr. Joe Quinn said that Tipperary was delighted to recognise Mona Juul and Terje Larsen for their inspirational intervention, which helped to bring about the historic Middle East Peace Accord.
Nelson Mandela (1989)
Nelson Mandela received his Tipperary Peace Award from Mr. Joe Quinn, Chairman of the Tipperary Peace Convention, in the presence of the then Taoiseach, Mr. Charles Haughey T.D. The presentation ceremony took place in Dublin Castle during the course of his visit to Ireland. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Mandela thanked the people of Tipperary for their belief in him and his cause, and he went on to say that it would take pride of place alongside his Nobel Peace Prize.
Late Senator Gordon Wilson (1987).
The Late Senator Gordon Wilson was awarded the Tipperary International Peace Award in 1987. The committee selected Senator Wilson in recognition of the extraordinary forgiveness shown by him towards those who carried out the bombing of the War Memorial in Enniskillen. Senator Wilson’s daughter, Marie, was one of the victims of the atrocity.
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