[Niwano Peace Foundation] The 39 th Niwano Peace Prize will be awarded to Father Michael Lapsley, SSM of South Africa in recognition of his relentless struggle against apartheid and social discriminations,his support for the liberation movement in South Africa and various peacebuilding activities in other parts of the world. Father Lapsley's non-violent, multi-faith peacebuilding efforts and activities of healing based on restorative justice approach, dialogue, and reconciliation are continuing to contribute to the healing of South