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WHYY’s Lifelong Learning Award Honoring Malala Yousafzai

Since 2002, WHYY has honored a public figure who has demonstrated a passion for lifelong learning. We are delighted to announce that Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai will be honored with the 2026 Lifelong Learning Award on April 14, 2026 during an in-person award presentation.

WHYY’s Lifelong Learning Award Honoring Malala Yousafzai
Jan 27

Bridging Blocks

When: January 27, 29 and February 3, 4, 10, 12, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26

Join WHYY News Community & Engagement team for Bridging Blocks, a civic dialogue series in partnership with The Free Library of Philadelphia.
Feb 5

Tending the Canopy

When: February 5, 2026 6:00 pm
Where: The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Join Maiken Scott, Host and Executive Producer, WHYY’s The Pulse for the next Academy Town Square: Tending the Canopy.
Feb 26

Wine Tasting with Rick Steves

When: February 26, 2026 8:00 pm
Where: This is a virtual event.

Sip along during this delightful evening with Rick and listen to his stories, tasting notes, and learn more about the different wine varietals and flavors.

Mar 3

Nine Parts: A Special Screening & Rap Session

When: March 3, 2026 6:00 pm
Where: The Farmhouse at People's Light, 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern, PA 19355

Join WHYY and People’s Light for a special evening featuring a reception and screening of the powerful and inspiring film Nine Parts in the Farmhouse at People’s Light.

Malala Yousafzai
Apr 14

WHYY’s Lifelong Learning Award Honoring Malala Yousafzai

When: April 14, 2026 5:30 pm
Where: 150 N. 6th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106

We are delighted to announce that Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai will be honored with the 2026 Lifelong Learning Award during an award presentation.