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.

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

“Ireland has always been one of the strongest supporters of the United Nations and some 90 Irish soldiers have lost their lives in the quest for worldwide peace.”

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

If reconciliation is to shape the future, then it cannot be left to politicians or to one party alone says founders of Belfast’s Four Corners Festival.

Homeless campaigner and former soccer international honoured for "their work in the fields of social justice and sport”.

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

"Though Mandela was not a Catholic, much of what he did and stood for is very much in line with Catholic Social Teaching," Archbishop of Durban states.

Criticism of role in signing "Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Bill".

Mandate chief says attendance would be "a fitting tribute from the Irish trade union movement."

"A true visionary and a powerful advocate for the need to engage in the harsh realities created by conflict in a spirit of truth, justice and human rights."

"Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father" - President Zuma.