Ludwig Minelli

Ludwig Minelli

founder Switzerland

Ludwig Minelli was the founder of Dignitas, a Swiss right-to-die organization established in 1998, and he played a pivotal role in advocating for assisted dying rights. A former journalist turned lawyer, Minelli faced numerous legal challenges and was instrumental in cases that influenced Swiss law and European human rights. Throughout his career, he championed the principles of self-determination and freedom of choice at the end of life, emphasizing the importance of allowing individuals to make decisions about their own death. Minelli passed away through assisted death just days before his 93rd birthday, leaving a legacy that continues to shape discussions on assisted dying globally.

Born on Nov 01, 1930 (95 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
63,893
Power
2,541$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 2 9.00 0.09% +0% 67,886,011 63,893 $2,700,000 2,541$
Totals 2 67,886,011 63,893 $2,700,000 2,541$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Ludwig Minelli, the founder of the Swiss right-to-die organisation Dignitas, died by assisted suicide at the age of 92. 9

BBC: Dignitas founder dies by assisted suicide aged 92, group says

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Ludwig Minelli, who founded the group Dignitas in 1998, died on Saturday, just days before his 93rd birthday. 9

The Guardian: Dignitas founder ends his own life through assisted death | Assisted dying