Jody Williams

Jody Williams
Williams in 2001
Born	(1950-10-09) October 9, 1950 (age 73) Rutland, Vermont, United States
Nationality	American
Education	University of Vermont School for International Training Johns Hopkins University
Known for	1997 Nobel Peace Prize

Jody Williams (born October 9, 1950) is an American political activist known for her work in banning anti-personnel landmines, her defense of human rights (especially those of women), and her efforts to promote new understandings of security in today's world. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997^[1] for her work toward the banning and clearing of anti-personnel mines.