Peace and Sport Awards honors The TEAM

SFCG Europe Director Abou El Mahassine Fassi-Fihri shakes hand of H.S.H. Prince Albert ll of Monaco at the Peace and Sport Awards.

Launched in 2008 under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, the Peace and Sport Awards reward sport initiatives and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to peace and social stability in the world, in areas that have been made vulnerable due to poverty, the aftermath of conflict or lack of social cohesion. This year Search for Common Ground’s “The Team” project had the distinct honor of being nominated for The Special Jury Prize, which rewards “creative initiatives (such as films, books, exhibitions, art etc.) which have helped to highlight the positive role that sport can play in sustainable peace in 2010”.

The Gala Award Ceremony took place on December 2, 2010 in the prestigious Salle des Etoiles in Monaco, with the presence of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco. SFCG’s Europe Director, Abou El Mahassine Fassi-Fihri, represented SFCG at the Award Ceremony.

Search for Common Ground congratulates the winner of the Special Jury Award, “Out of the Ashes”. “Out of the Ashes” is a film that follows the rise of the Afghan cricket team from refugee camps in Pakistan to the Cricket World Cup. In a country that frequently makes the headlines for war and terrorism, this story reflects the power of sport to unite a country.

Congratulations to all the nominees!