Over 731K sign petition to nominate Francesca Albanese for Nobel Peace Prize

The US-based nonprofit organization Avaaz has launched a global petition calling for the nomination of Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, for the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her outspoken advocacy for Palestinian rights and her defense of civilians in Gaza.

The petition, addressed to eligible Nobel nominators and the Norwegian Nobel Committee, declares, "As people from across the world, we believe Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur for the West Bank and Gaza, and the doctors caring for people in Gaza deserve a Nobel Peace Prize for their work."

Albanese, who has repeatedly condemned 'Israeli' attacks on civilians and raised alarms over what she describes as potential war crimes in Gaza, has faced political backlash for her stance. The petition highlights that the Trump administration imposed sanctions on her for speaking out against 'Israeli' actions.

Despite the pressure, Albanese has continued to focus on those most affected by the conflict, consistently advocating for the protection of civilians in Gaza. Avaaz argues that awarding her, and the medical teams risking their lives to care for Gaza’s wounded, would send a powerful message of global solidarity.

"There are millions of us across the world! Together we can use this moment to show we have her back, and want the world’s most prestigious prize to go to her and the doctors caring for people in Gaza," the petition states.

As of now, 731,066 people have signed the petition, and the number continues to climb as supporters share the campaign worldwide. Avaaz hopes the growing momentum will pressure Nobel Peace Prize nominators to formally endorse Albanese and Gaza’s frontline doctors for the 2025 prize.