Olena Shevchenko, founder of the NGO Women's March, is named TIME's Woman of the Year
Author:
Kateryna Vovk

The award was also given to Australian actress Cate Blanchett, American actress Angela Bassett, Brazilian government member Anielle Franco, and Iranian journalist Masih Alinejad.
Every year, TIME announces a list of 12 leaders worldwide who have contributed to the fight for human rights.