Raif Badawi
Raif Badawi is a Saudi Arabian blogger and human rights activist known for his outspoken criticism of the Saudi government and its laws concerning free speech and religious freedom. He gained international attention after being sentenced to ten years in prison and receiving 1,000 lashes for 'insulting Islam' through his writings on his blog, 'Free Saudi Liberals.' Badawi's case has become emblematic of the struggle for freedom of expression in Saudi Arabia, and he has been recognized worldwide for his courage and resilience, receiving several human rights awards, including the prestigious Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought from the European Parliament.
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Venezuela:
The Courage Award has been previously awarded to figures like the dissident Saudi Raif Badawi.
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Venezuela:
Raif Badawi is a past recipient of the Courage Award.
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Venezuela:
Raif Badawi is a past recipient of the Courage Award, recognizing his dissident efforts.
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