On October 24, 2026, during the “Let’s Defend Democracy!” event marking the 20th anniversary of our partner organization, Cartoooning for Peace, Safaa Odah was welcomed on stage by Kak and Chappatte, the presidents of CfP and Freedom Cartoonists, respectively. Her deeply moving speech drew a standing ovation from the Parisian audience. Next stop: Geneva, where Safaa is set to receive the award from our foundation that awaits her.