“Mary Magdalene had been marginalised for centuries and we wanted to restore her to her rightful place at the centre of the Jesus story, as a key apostle.”

For the past 32 years, the Tipperary Peace Convention has worked to honour those who devote their lives to ending conflict and promoting human rights.

“It is a lot harder to make peace that pursue war” – John Kerry.

US Secretary of State chosen for his work to try and bring about an end to conflict in many countries particularly Syria.

“We are honouring Mr Ban for his leadership in mobilising the international community to address climate change, forge a new development agenda.”

Fr Peter McVerry, Sr Stan Kennedy and Bro Kevin Crowley nominated collectively for their efforts to tackle homeless crisis.

Nominated for his commitment to dialogue between people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and faiths.

Tipperary peace prize laureate calls for abolition of laws “that go against the rights of women and children.”