“The one thing I have never been afraid of is standing before important people and speaking my mind. I represent women who may never have the opportunity to go to the UN or meet with a president. I'm never afraid to speak truth to power.”
Quote by Leymah Gbowee
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Leymah Gbowee
Leymah Gbowee is a Nigerian peace activist known for her efforts to bring peace during the Liberian Civil War. Gbowee organized a group of female protesters, the 'Peace Forces,' who marched in the streets demanding an end to the conflict, which ultimately led to a peace agreement in 2003. more
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