The Daniel Pearl Foundation was formed in memory of journalist Daniel Pearl to further the ideals that inspired Daniel's life and work. The foundation's mission is to promote cross-cultural understanding through journalism, music, and innovative communications.

The Daniel Pearl Foundation is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) donor-funded organization.

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2002-present

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Press Coverage of the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act
Madden Awarded Pearl Scholarship
2008 Daniel Pearl Fellow contributes daily blog “My Pakistan” on Jewish Journal website
ICIJ Names Winners of 2010 Daniel Pearl Awards for Outstanding International Investigative Reporting
2010 Daniel Pearl Fellows Announced
ICIJ Finalists for Daniel Pearl Awards
Anne Garrels Wins 2010 Daniel Pearl Award for Courage and Integrity in Journalism
Christopher Hitchens Decries Anti-Semitism at Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture
DPF Fellow Receives Swedish Democracy Prize
2010 Daniel Pearl Stanford Intern Chosen
8th Annual Daniel Pearl World Music Days: Record-Breaking 1,552 Participating Events in 78 Countries During October
Dodd introduces Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act
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Music
Music Day II

Daniel Pearl recognized the ability of music to bridge differences among people. In the spirit of Danny's love of music and commitment to dialogue, the Daniel Pearl Foundation launched the first Daniel Pearl World Music Days on October 10, 2002, which would have been Danny's 39th birthday. Using the power of music to promote tolerance and inspire respect for differences, Daniel Pearl World Music Days has grown to include more than 4,900 performances in 101 countries. In 2005 we introduced World Music Days eStage, a monthlong radio station and permanent online gallery which features music, poetry, art, articles and dedications reflecting Danny’s lifetime of work connecting people through words and music.

View World Music Days slideshow and Public Service Announcements

 
Dialogue
Daniel Pearl Dialogue For Muslim-Jewish Understanding
Judea Pearl and Akbar Ahmed

The Daniel Pearl Dialogue for Muslim-Jewish Understanding is a series of personal yet public conversations between Daniel Pearl’s father, Professor Judea Pearl, President of the Daniel Pearl Foundation, and Dr. Akbar Ahmed, Chair of Islamic Studies at American University.  The program grew out of Professors Ahmed and Pearl's shared concern about the deterioration of relationships between Muslim and Jewish communities around the world, and their strong belief that reconciliation between these two Abrahamic faiths can be achieved through frank and respectful dialogue. The discussions range from theological issues and historical perceptions to current events.

In 2006, Professors Ahmed and Pearl were awarded the first annual Purpose Prize in recognition of their “simple, yet innovative approach to solving one of society’s most pressing problems.“

 
Journalism
Toward Interfaith Understanding

Prepare and Educate Aspiring Reporters for Leadership (PEARL) introduces young adults to journalism through internships, web-based news services, and other youth-oriented journalism programs.

PEARL World Youth News is a unique international web-based student news service. This program focuses on developing journalistic skills, unbiased reporting and respect for cultural differences. High school students complete the PEARL Reporter Certification Program and collaboratively publish articles on an international news service for young journalists.

 

The Daniel Pearl Foundation partners with the Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships and the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) International Journalism Exchange (IJE) to bring mid-career foreign journalists and editors to work in U.S. newsrooms.

The Daniel Pearl Journalism Fellowship established in partnership with the Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships brings promising, mid-career foreign journalists to work for six months in a U.S. newsroom. It is an invitation to Danny’s former journalism colleagues to continue his mission by writing for the audiences for whom he wrote, working with his colleagues and getting to know the U.S. press from the inside. Journalists from South Asia, the Middle East and/or North Africa are invited to apply for the Daniel Pearl Fellowship.

The Daniel Pearl Editorial Fellowship program in conjunction with the International Journalism Exchange is designed to provide participants with (I) a practical understanding of the function and significance of the editorial process in the free press in the United States; (II) writing and editorial skills and (III) continuing ties to journalists, editors and news publications in the U.S.

 

The Daniel Pearl Media Internship provides two-month internships with newspaper, radio, and TV hosts to Israeli and Palestinian youth, age 16-23, who have participated in a co-existence and dialogue program. In partnership with Crossing Borders, we provide internships to graduates of the Peace it Together and Crossing Borders camps. The objective is to provide youth who understand the destructive power of hatred and who have "seen the human face of the enemy" with opportunities to become journalists and thereby amplify voices of reason and humanity in their respective societies.

 
Lectures

The Daniel Pearl Lectures Series at UCLA was launched in September 2002. In partnership with Hillel, these open public lectures given each year by scholars, journalists or policy makers who have contributed original analyses or constructive approaches to problems of international concern.

The Daniel Pearl Lectures Series at Stanford University (Danny's Alma Mater) was launched in October 2006, featuring Christiane Amanpour. This open public lecture series honors Danny's commitment to the improvement of the human condition, and covers topics such as journalism, music, psychology, philosophy and religious, ethnic or racial tolerance.

 
Cover of "Stories from My Favorite Planet"

Stories from My Favorite Planet  is likely the first musical composition inspired by Wall Street Journal articles. The piece intertwines readings from five of Danny´s published articles into a musical tapestry that portrays his compassion and sense of the ridiculous.

More books, films and CD's

Daniel Pearl Book

Cover of "AT HOME IN THE WORLD"

At Home in the World features fifty of the best stories Danny wrote during his fifteen years as a domestic and international journalist. They illustrate his humor, curiosity, objectivity, fairness and love of humanity. The book is available in hard cover or eBook format at Amazon.com. For representative stories, visit Wall Street Journal Books.

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Daniel Pearl Book

The Daniel Pearl Foundation is grateful to the many volunteers and supporters who are helping us build the dialogues, communication and understanding that can overpower hatred.  We hope that you will give the most generous gift you can to help promote the ideals of Daniel Pearl through our current projects. Contributions are tax-deductible.  To donate by check or credit card, please click the donation button below.


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