New Zealand human-rights campaigner and trail-blazing lawyer. As a community activist from the early 1950s she fought for social and political reform, while as a lawyer she spoke for those who had no voice and pursued equal rights for all.
Irish human rights lawyer
Leading African-American civil rights and human rights activist throughout much of the twentieth century.
American feminist writer, educator, artist and activist.
Myrna Mack Chang was a respected Guatemalan anthropologist who was stabbed to death in 1990 by members of the Guatemalan military due to her criticism of the government’s treatment of the indigenous Maya and human rights abuses.
Ugandan human rights activist and midwife recognized for her tireless efforts in advocating for abducted children and promoting forgiveness.
Human rights activist in the former Soviet Union
Jordanian television journalist and human rights advocate. She became the first female member of the Jordanian Parliament.
A pivotal figure in the African independence movement of the 1960s.
Peace and human rights activist