Amat Al-Aleem Alsoswa was Yemen’s first minister for human rights and the first female cabinet member in the country’s history.

Jimmy Carter has received international acclaim for his activities as a former president. His efforts to support free and fair elections have enabled countries to initiate transitions to democratic governance.

As the leader and conscience of Czechoslovakia’s “velvet revolution”, Vaclav Havel has become an inspiration to those throughout the world who share his values and ideals.

President Bill Clinton’s advocacy of democracy and human rights has provided vital support to democratic movements worldwide.

Oswaldo Paya Sardinas has transformed his dream of peaceful, democratic reform in Cuba into the reality of concrete civic advocacy.

At great personal risk and sacrifice, Aung San Suu Kyi demonstrated extraordinary courage in promoting peaceful political reform in Burma.