Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan Awards the 2025 Peace Prize to Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar
The Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan is honored to announce that the 2025 Peace Prize has been awarded to Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to journalism, peacebuilding, public awareness, and the promotion of social values in Afghanistan.
Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar was born in Shahr-e-Ara, one of the historic neighborhoods of Kabul city. He completed his primary and secondary education in Kabul and later enrolled at Kabul University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism.
He began his professional career in the media sector in 1999 and, with more than two decades of continuous service, is widely regarded as one of Afghanistan’s veteran and respected media figures. From 1999 to 2012, Mr. Azizyar worked at Radio Television of Afghanistan (RTA) as a news anchor, political program host, and General Manager of Presenters, playing a key role in the production, management, and presentation of national news and analytical programs.
Between 2012 and 2014, he served at Maiwand Radio and Television Network (MBN) as a senior presenter and Head of the Presenters Department, where he was responsible for professional training, departmental management, and the development of news content. From 2014 to 2017, he collaborated with Zarnigar Media Production, working as a news anchor and program host across various media platforms.
From 2017 to 2019, Mr. Azizyar worked with Parliament Television (WJ) as a news anchor and political program host. During this period, he covered nightly news, conducted interviews with political leaders, and produced in-depth analytical programs that contributed to public understanding of national affairs.
Alongside his media career, Mr. Azizyar has been actively engaged in civil society and human rights initiatives. From 2014 to 2019, he was a member of the Afghanistan Civil Rights Organization, participating as a freelance journalist in advocacy programs focused on women’s rights, children’s rights, and freedom of expression. He was also an active member of the Afghanistan National Journalists Union (ANJU) from 2006 to 2019, where he worked to defend journalists’ rights and promote ethical, truth-based journalism.
In addition, from 2018 to 2019, Mr. Azizyar collaborated with the international organization Equal Access (EQA) as a program host and content developer, contributing to initiatives aimed at equal access to education for Afghan children.
Through his professionalism, integrity, and unwavering commitment to responsible journalism, Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar has played a significant role in promoting peace, public awareness, dialogue, and media values in Afghan society. His work has consistently supported social cohesion, informed citizenship, and the principles of free and responsible media.
The Peace and Sport Council of Afghanistan proudly awards the 2025 Peace Prize to Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar in recognition of his lifelong dedication to peace, media development, and social responsibility.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Abdul Jabar Azizyar and wish him continued success in his professional and humanitarian endeavors.
