Fighting hunger
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Lula for Peace
Lula — Nobel Peace Prize 2027
An independent initiative dedicated to discussing the life and work of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, his social and diplomatic contributions, and the case for recognizing him with the Nobel Peace Prize.
The committee
About Us
This committee is an independent initiative with no official ties to President Lula, the Lula Institute or any political party.
Its goal is to share internationally the ideas and initiatives associated with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to promote debate on his contributions to peace, and to advocate for his nomination for the 2027 Nobel Peace Prize.
The committee welcomes suggestions, articles, news and contributions related to this topic.
Institutional independence. This is an independent project with no official ties to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Lula Institute, the Presidency of the Republic or any political party.
Biography
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
A journey from a childhood in Pernambuco to the Presidency of Brazil.
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1945
Origins
Born on October 27, 1945, in Garanhuns, Pernambuco. Son of Aristides Inácio da Silva and Eurídice Ferreira de Mello, known as Dona Lindu.
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1952
Migration
His family moves to São Paulo in search of better living conditions.
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1956–1964
Education and work
Learns to read and write, takes his first jobs, trains as a lathe operator at Senai and begins his career as a metalworker.
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1969–1979
Union leadership
Joins the Metalworkers' Union of São Bernardo do Campo and Diadema, is elected its president and leads labor mobilizations.
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1980
Founding of the PT
Takes part in founding the Workers' Party (PT) during Brazil's political opening.
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1983–1986
Democracy and the Constituent Assembly
Helps found the CUT trade union federation, takes part in the Diretas Já campaign for direct elections and is elected to the Constituent Assembly as a federal deputy.
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1989–1998
Presidential campaigns
Runs in the 1989, 1994 and 1998 presidential elections.
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2003 onward
Presidency
Elected in 2002 and re-elected in 2006, he governs Brazil from 2003 to 2010, a period marked by the Zero Hunger and Bolsa Família programs. In 2014, Brazil leaves the UN Hunger Map. Elected again in 2022, he begins his third term in 2023; during Brazil's G20 presidency in 2024, the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty is launched.
Key themes
Lula — Nobel Peace Prize 2027
The debate on Lula's contribution to building peace.
Diplomacy and dialogue
Diplomatic positions and initiatives aimed at the negotiated resolution of conflicts.
International cooperation
The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty and coordination among countries and institutions.
Environment and sustainability
Environmental protection, sustainable development and the link between climate security and peace.
Note. This initiative is independent. The campaign does not represent an officially confirmed nomination or any decision by the Nobel Committee. The Nobel Peace Prize is not decided by popular vote.
News and coverage
Lula for Peace in the press
Stories and opinion pieces published in the press about Lula and the 2027 Nobel Peace Prize.
Mais Rondônia · Opinion
The World Wants the Nobel Peace Prize for Lula
Lula no longer belongs only to Brazil. Lula belongs to the world. His ideas are winning the hearts of humanity. He is the right name to bring peace to planet Earth. The impact around the world of Lula's re-election, against fascism and against the advance of the far right in Latin America, is striking.
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Mais Rondônia · Opinion
Lula, Nobel Peace Prize 2027
48 hours after his historic re-election, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva became a global reference in the fight against fascism and in standing up to the algorithm giants — the big tech digital platforms run by Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Lula is today the most talked-about figure in the world, inspiring world leaders such as the Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez.
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Mais Rondônia · Opinion
Why Lula Deserves the Nobel Peace Prize
Peace must also be measured by the lives of those who manage to reach the end of the day with food on the table, dignity and some confidence in tomorrow. A child who goes to sleep hungry does not live in peace. A family condemned to poverty does not experience the security that official speeches promise. It is from this understanding that I support President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for the Nobel Peace Prize: his most consistent contribution lies in turning the fight against hunger into a responsibility of the State and an international commitment.
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