"To struggle for human rights is to struggle for justice."

Adolfo Perez Esquivel (1931)
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About Adolfo Perez Esquivel

Adolfo Perez Esquivel is an Argentine human rights activist and architect who was born in 1931. He is known for his work in promoting nonviolent methods for conflict resolution and defending human rights. Esquivel received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1980 for his efforts in advocating for human rights and democracy in Latin America. He has been actively involved in various social movements and organizations supporting peace, justice, and human rights.

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