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Leymah Gbowee
Liberian peace activist who mobilized women to end the civil war. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2011 for her role in securing peace for Liberia.
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Apr 9, 2025
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Liberia’s women in white who helped end civil war
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Leymah Gbowee, a Nobel Peace Prize-winning Liberian activist, shares her remarkable journey mobilizing thousands of women to end Liberia's civil war. She recounts the powerful non-violent protests that pressured President Charles Taylor into negotiations. Gbowee discusses their strategic activism, including a famous sex strike that galvanized attention. Her stories emphasize the strength of collective action and the transformative impact of peaceful resistance in the face of tyranny, ultimately leading to a hopeful future for Liberia.
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