The award is a tribute to the memory and life path of Jozef Oleksy. It is also a point of reference for people who, like Jozef Oleksy, perceive the world and politics
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Józef Oleksy was an outstanding figure in Polish politics. He was one
of the left-wing activists who introduced Poland and the Polish left
into the democratic system. Thanks to his patriotism and attachment to
the idea of the rule of law and civil society, he helped to gain
social acceptance for the left.
Józef Oleksy also made an important contribution to building the
international position of the Republic of Poland in Europe and in the
world as a democratic and modern state. In Polish public life, he has
become a symbol of dialogue, openness and tolerance for others. The
award in his name is a tribute to the memory and life path of Józef
Oleksy. It is also a point of reference for people who, like Józef
Oleksy, perceive the world and politics.
The award is granted periodically, starting from 2016. It is addressed
to participants of public life who, with their attitude and
activities, testify that they are close to the ideals that guided
Józef Oleksy. The initiators of the award are the family and friends
of Józef Oleksy from the time of his political activity and scientific
work at the Warsaw School of Economics (former SGPiS).