Leymah Gbowee is a Liberian peace activist known for her role in ending the Second Liberian Civil War. She led a women's movement that organized peaceful protests, advocating for peace and women's rights. Her efforts contributed to the eventual election of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first female president of Liberia. In 2011, Gbowee was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize alongside Sirleaf and Tawakkol Karman for their contributions to women's rights and peacebuilding. Gbowee's work has inspired many around the world, highlighting the power of grassroots activism in promoting social change and reconciliation.