1984 Nobel Peace Prize

The 1984 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Desmond Tutu, a South African Anglican bishop and activist, for his efforts to promote nonviolent resistance against apartheid, the system of racial segregation. Tutu’s leadership and moral stance helped inspire international support and contributed to the dismantling of apartheid policies. His work emphasized reconciliation, human rights, and peaceful protest, making a significant impact in fostering racial equality in South Africa. The prize recognized his dedication to justice and his role in advancing peace through nonviolent means during a period of intense social conflict.