Vital Voices Global Leadership Honoree: Aung San Suu Kyi

Daw Aung San Suu Kyi was recognized as the Global Trailblazer: Voice of the Decade at the 2011 Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards. The Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards honor and celebrate women leaders who are working to strengthen democracy, increase economic opportunity and protect human rights around the world. In the face of over 50 years of military dictatorship in Burma, Aung San Suu Kyi has been a national and international symbol of justice, democracy and peace. Winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, she continues to be a model of strength, determination and courage for her people and the world. Vital Voices honored Aung San Suu Kyi for her commitment to peace and democracy, and for her steadfast leadership.

*Special thanks to the Democratic Voice of Burma for their photo contributions.