Desmond Tutu, for whom the Tutu Center is named, is Archbishop Emeritus of South Africa and became an international figure in the 1980's for his leadership in opposition to apartheid. While in residence at General Theological Seminary as a visiting professor in 1984, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace. In the 1990's, Archbishop Tutu chaired South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission which was commended for its successful reconciliatory approach taken when addressing the numerous human rights violations that happened during apartheid. A noted author and the recipient of dozens of awards and honorary doctorates, he is a longtime friend of General Seminary and a fervent supporter of the aims of the Tutu Center.
Desmond Tutu Center
A life devoted to humanity the Desmond Tutu Educational Center opened at the General Theological Seminary in Manhattan, New York with little fanfare but great hope. At its core is the hope for Peace and Reconciliation and of bridging the divide between Capitalism and Humanity creating a balanced and holistic environment for all to grow. A conference hall and hotel accommodations in this eighteen century setting welcome visitors enabling dialog and growth among all religious, ethnic and cultures promoting a one world vision.
