Dr. Nisreen’s origins combine history, religion, politics, education, and humanitarianism: she is a direct descendant of the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad, and granddaughter of King Faisal (I), the founder of the Modern State of Iraq. Vowing to preserve the traditions of her family, Princess Dr. Nisreen has dedicated herself to serving mankind, but also broke the Royal traditional mold and became a highly visible doctor and scientist who authored several papers and books. Princess Dr. Nisreen is the recipient of multiple awards and Honorary Doctorates in the fields of science, arts, literature, and humanitarian affairs. Princess Dr. Nisreen began her career at the University of London Hospitals and Institutes and continued at Brigham and Women’s Hospital − Harvard Medical School. As the Founder of Jeans 4 Genes International, she dedicated her expertise to the transfer of technology, developing early detection and prevention programs of genetic disorders and cancer, and to improve women’s maternal and reproductive health in developing countries. She visits schools and uses her titles, Princess and doctor, to encourage children, mainly girls, to choose science as a career. HRH PRINCESS DR. NISREEN EL-HASHEMITE MUHAMMAD ALI HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR Actress, writer and activist Patricia Arquette has spent her career portraying memorable characters in film and on television. Winner of both the Academy Award and the Emmy for her acting as well as multiple other awards, Patricia uses her considerable visibility to shine a light on issues and speak for people whose voices are rarely heard. In 2010, Patricia founded GiveLove after the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Her hands-on approach to ecological sanitation inspired the best experts to work on programs and solutions. GiveLove.org also provides services in Uganda, Nicaragua, India, Columbia, Kenya and in Standing Rock, in partnership with Native Children’s Survival, Protectors Alliance and The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. She comes from a long line of family activists having been raised by a Muslim Father and a Jewish mother who taught her the principles of toler- ance. Patricia received the GLAAD Vanguard award for her work with the LGBT community. She has galvanized a growing movement determined to achieve equality for women and all people in the United States, and is a steadfast champion for women advocating for equal pay laws. PATRICIA ARQUETTE MUHAMMAD ALI LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD