Myanmar
born 1945
Aung San Suu Kyi
A gentle Burmese leader who spoke up for freedom, even when it was hard.
The Story
Suu Kyi grew up in Myanmar, a country of rivers, temples, and golden light.
When her people weren't allowed to choose their own leaders, she stood up for them.
She wasn't allowed to leave her house for many, many years.
But she stayed calm and kept believing that kindness could change things.
In 1991, the world gave her the Nobel Peace Prize for her quiet courage.
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