Humanitarian Medicine & Peace Awards:
Honoring Contributions

The World Organization of Natural Medicine, in collaboration with the University of Humanitarian Medicine and the Orthodox Order of Saint Paul-France, has established an awards program to honor individuals who have made significant contributions through research, humanitarian efforts, and peace promotion. Candidates for these awards are nominated by members and reviewed by an Awards Committee.

The nomination deadline for these awards is six weeks before the ceremony. We eagerly await recommendations for the following categories:

  • Merit of Achievement: This award recognizes individuals who have participated in humanitarian outreach in local or international communities to advance the organization's vision.

  • Dr. McKenzie's Humanitarian Leadership: This award Honors those who have raised public awareness of our cause and shown leadership in times of crisis.

  • Order of Excellence: Celebrating lifelong dedication to our cause among members and educators.

  • Record for Exceptional Performance: Acknowledging outstanding research in Integrative Medicine, Humanitarian Medicine, and Traditional Medicine.

  • Leading Intellectuals of The World:  This award recognizes teachers and authors who have contributed significant philosophical concepts.

  • Outstanding People of the 20th Century: Commemorating leaders who have shaped our past and future.

  • Illuminated Diploma of Honor: The highest award for individuals whose work has significantly impacted international humanitarian medicine or Civility.

Please submit CVs of nominees for consideration to info@wonm.org

2023 Humanitarian Health Icons Awardees

The World Organization of Natural Medicine (WONM) celebrates twenty years of committed service at the Humanitarian Health Summit: A New Era in Humanitarian Consciousness. During this significant event, WONM is honored to award the Illuminated Diploma and Health ICONS to outstanding individuals who have significantly influenced society through their contributions to humanitarian efforts, community engagement, research, and conflict resolution, focusing on research, humanitarian outreach, health promotion, and acts of civility.

Here are the rewritten profiles of the distinguished award recipients:

  • Dr. Akbar N. Khan, MD, IMD, DHS
    Renowned Clinician and Researcher

  • Dr. Haiman El Nahal, MBBS, MD, DHS
    Esteemed Physician, Educator, and Humanitarian
    WONM Ambassador for the UAE and the Middle East

  • Dr. Clyde Rivers, PhD, DHS
    International Civility Leader

  • Dr. Robert Lyons, PhD, DNM, DHS
    Distinguished Researcher and Educator

  • Sir. Dr. Stanley Ngui, PhD, IMD, DHS
    Dedicated Educator and Humanitarian
    Founder of Clinics for Humanity Outreach Services

  • Dr. Deborah Drake, MD, PhD, IMS, DHS
    Researcher and Educator

  • Sir. Dr. Gerald Smith, DDS, IMD, DHS
    Clinician, Educator, Author, and Humanitarian

  • Dr. Paul Moon, DDS, IMD, DHS
    Clinician and Humanitarian

These exceptional individuals have significantly contributed to traditional natural medicine and demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the well-being of communities globally. Through their dedicated efforts in research, education, and humanitarian services, they have positively impacted our society.

The World Organization of Natural Medicine congratulates all recipients and extends gratitude for their remarkable contributions to humanity. As we commemorate our 20th anniversary, we eagerly anticipate continuing our mission:

“To provide access to traditional natural medicine humanitarian services aimed at underserved populations and to promote the sustainable development of human potential through education.”