“Peace is also defended by eliminating the causes that give rise to war.” With this statement, Robles, Spain’s Minister of Defence, presented the MCSPA, along with the Missionaries of Charity and the Congregation of the Immaculate Conception, with the Extraordinary Defence Award “General Gutiérrez Mellado” this 6th November 2026 at Spain’s headquarters of the Ministry of Defence.

Fr. Antonio Aguirre and Fr. Manuel Hernandez attended on behalf of the MCSPA. Upon receiving the award, Fr. Antonio delivered a speech in which he explained the MCSPA’s work in Turkana and how water, education, and health can help create a space for peace. He thanked not only everyone in the MCSPA but also the people of Turkana, who have been partners in their own development.

Amanda Falgas
Apprentice of the MCSPA
Mizan Teferi Mission [Ethiopia]

📸 Ministry of Defence, Spain