Jody Williams
Jody Williams Williams in May 2010. Born (1950-10-09) October 9, 1950 (age 64) Brattleboro, Vermont, United States Nationality United States Education University of Vermont School for International Training Johns Hopkins University Known for 1997 Nobel Peace Prize Jody Williams (born 1950) is an American political activist known around the world 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 for her work toward the banning and clearing of anti-personnel mines.