Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu Honored with Human and Civil Rights Award for Advancing International Peace and Understanding
Date 04.22.2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — [April 22nd, 2025] — Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu, a leading global advocate for human rights education and founder of the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR), has been awarded the Human and Civil Rights Award in the category of International Peace and Understanding by the Washington Education Association (WEA).
This esteemed recognition, presented by WEA — an organization that has championed equity in public education since 1889 — honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in promoting international peace and understanding, improving cross-cultural cooperation, and initiating programs that empower global communities through education.
From her roots in Romania to becoming a renowned human rights educator in Washington, D.C., Dr. Vladoiu’s mission has remained constant: to make human rights education accessible to all. Through USIDHR, she has led initiatives that have trained more than 24,000 individuals in 136 countries, equipping them with the tools to become effective advocates, educators, and changemakers in their communities.
“This award is not just a personal milestone,” said Dr. Vladoiu, “but a testament to the collective power of education to foster peace, bridge cultural divides, and defend the dignity of every human being.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. — [April 22nd, 2025] — Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu, a leading global advocate for human rights education and founder of the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR), has been awarded the Human and Civil Rights Award in the category of International Peace and Understanding by the Washington Education Association (WEA).
This esteemed recognition, presented by WEA — an organization that has championed equity in public education since 1889 — honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in promoting international peace and understanding, improving cross-cultural cooperation, and initiating programs that empower global communities through education.
From her roots in Romania to becoming a renowned human rights educator in Washington, D.C., Dr. Vladoiu’s mission has remained constant: to make human rights education accessible to all. Through USIDHR, she has led initiatives that have trained more than 24,000 individuals in 136 countries, equipping them with the tools to become effective advocates, educators, and changemakers in their communities.
“This award is not just a personal milestone,” said Dr. Vladoiu, “but a testament to the collective power of education to foster peace, bridge cultural divides, and defend the dignity of every human being.”
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This award is not just a personal milestone, but a testament to the collective power of education to foster peace, bridge cultural divides, and defend the dignity of every human being.
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-Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu, USIDHR Founder
Dr. Vladoiu received the award with deep gratitude and humility, recognizing the contributions of the broader community that has supported her work over the past decade.
She extended special thanks to WEA President Larry Delaney, Co-Chairs Shawna Moore and Jeb Binns, and the entire Human and Civil Rights Committee for this honor, acknowledging their unwavering dedication to justice, equity, and inclusion in education.
The International Peace and Understanding Award specifically celebrates individuals who:
Serve as models for youth in promoting peace and cross-cultural cooperation
Strengthen collaborative relationships between people of diverse cultures
Develop educational programs that advance global understanding.
Dr. Vladoiu’s recognition underscores the urgent importance of equipping educators, leaders, and citizens with the knowledge and tools to advance peace in a divided world.About Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu:
Dr. Isabelle Vladoiu is an international human rights expert, legal scholar, and founder of the US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights. She holds a Doctorate in Global Security, a Juris Doctor, and an LL.M. in International Human Rights Law. Dr. Vladoiu has trained thousands of individuals in over 130 countries, spoken at the United Nations and global summits, and developed initiatives that bring human rights education to classrooms, government agencies, and underserved communities worldwide.
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