The National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism is now inviting submissions for the Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025. This annual international award celebrates individuals and groups demonstrating exceptional civic engagement in combating antisemitism and promoting Holocaust education.

Named after the renowned Holocaust survivor and Nazi hunter Simon Wiesenthal, the prize honours those whose work actively fosters remembrance, awareness, and societal understanding of the dangers of antisemitism.

About the Prize

The Simon Wiesenthal Prize recognizes outstanding efforts in the following areas:

• Active contribution to projects countering antisemitism
• Critical and proactive engagement with antisemitism
• Promotion of education about the Holocaust and its consequences
• Commitment to awareness-raising and preventive measures against antisemitism

Candidates’ initiatives should clearly demonstrate civic leadership, educational value, and a measurable impact on strengthening tolerance and understanding within society.

Award Categories and Prize Amounts

The total prize fund amounts to €30,000, distributed across three categories:

• €7,500 – Civic Engagement to Combat Antisemitism
• €7,500 – Civic Engagement to Promote Holocaust Education
• €15,000 – Main Prize for Outstanding Civic Engagement

Eligibility

• Open to individuals and groups worldwide.
• Applicants may self-apply or be nominated by others.
• Activities must align with the objectives of combating antisemitism and/or promoting Holocaust education.

Application Details

• Submission Period: 19 September – 19 December 2025
• Mode of Application: Online via the official website
• Apply or Nominate: www.wiesenthalpreis.at
• Contact Email: wiesenthalpreis@nationalfonds.org

Timeline

• 19 September 2025: Announcement of the Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025
• 19 December 2025: Submission Deadline
• 2026: Jury Meeting and Selection
• 2026: Board of Trustees Announcement of Winners

About the Organizers

The National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism oversees the Simon Wiesenthal Prize to ensure that lessons from the past remain relevant today—encouraging new generations to promote remembrance, justice, and human rights.

Location:
National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism
Dr. Karl Renner-Ring 3, A-1017 Vienna, Austria

Website: www.wiesenthalpreis.at