Dawn Gifford Engle, a multifaceted individual with a profound impact on the world, is a renowned filmmaker, passionate activist, and co-founder of the esteemed PeaceJam Foundation.
Throughout her illustrious career, she has garnered widespread recognition for her exceptional filmmaking skills, earning an impressive tally of twenty Best Director awards.
Engle's remarkable body of work includes the critically acclaimed documentary films, each meticulously crafted to shed light on the remarkable lives and achievements of influential figures. These films include Rigoberta Menchu: Daughter of the Maya, Desmond Tutu: Children of the Light, Adolfo Perez Esquivel: Rivers of Hope, Oscar Arias: Without a Shot Fired, Betty Williams: Contagious Courage, The Dalai Lama -- Scientist, and Shirin Ebadi: Until We Are Free.
In addition to her impressive filmmography, Engle is also a co-author of the inspiring book, "PeaceJam: A Billion Simple Acts of Peace", which was published by Penguin in 2008. This notable publication serves as a testament to her unwavering commitment to promoting peace and harmony.
Moreover, Engle's tireless efforts have been recognized with an unprecedented seventeen nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize, a testament to her enduring influence and dedication to creating a more peaceful world.
