As part of the First Annual Assyrian Parliament Conference and International Assyrian Consultative Summit & Cultural Festival 2026, the Assyrian Parliament presented the Global Assyrian Recognition Awards on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Jönköping, Sweden.
The award presentations were livestreamed online at 7:30 PM (Sweden time), allowing Assyrians worldwide to join the celebration and honor the recipients.
Assyrian Culture Award
Assyriska Kulturcenter (Assyrian Cultural Center), Jönköping
Assyrian History & Heritage Award
Dr. Sabro Bengaro, Founder and Director of Seyfo Center
Assyrian Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Odisho Malko
The Assyrian Parliament honored these three recipients in recognition of their valuable contributions to the Assyrian people, culture, history, and heritage. Their dedication and achievements represented an important contribution to preserving and promoting Assyrian identity and heritage for future generations.
The Global Assyrian Recognition Awards 2026 formed part of the Assyrian Parliament’s ongoing efforts to recognize and celebrate individuals and institutions whose work has made a meaningful impact on the Assyrian nation and its cultural legacy.
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