BVB Chief Watzke Honored with Leo-Baeck Prize for Anti-Semitism Efforts

Hans-Joachim Watzke receives recognition for his significant contributions to combating anti-Semitism through his leadership at Borussia Dortmund.

Hans-Joachim Watzke, CEO of Borussia Dortmund, was awarded the Leo-Baeck Prize by the Central Council of Jews in Germany for his anti-Semitism advocacy.
Watzke described the award as the greatest honor of his life during the ceremony at Berlin's Olympic Stadium.
He emphasized the importance of society-wide efforts against anti-Semitism, highlighting football's role in promoting courage and solidarity.
Watzke donated the €10,000 prize money equally to the Jewish community in Dortmund and the Makkabi Germany's 'Together 1' project.
The award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Jewish community, with past recipients including Angela Merkel and Richard von Weizsäcker.