Jane Fonda to Receive Public Counsel’s William O. Douglas Award for Her Commitment to Social Justice Issues (EXCLUSIVE)
variety.comMatt Minton mminton@variety.com Jane Fonda will receive the William O. Douglas Award for her commitment to social causes at Public Counsel‘s annual gala dinner on Feb.
27 at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles. She is known for her work as an activist alongside her on-screen roles, most notably speaking out during the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam and Iraq wars. “Jane Fonda’s lifelong dedication to justice and equality is extraordinary,” Public Counsel’s president and CEO Kathryn Eidmann said in a statement Tuesday morning. “Beyond her legendary career in film and television, she has used her platform with courage and conviction to champion civil rights, women’s rights, and social justice.
Her fearless advocacy has inspired generations and created meaningful change for countless communities. We are honored to recognize her.” Former Washington Gov.
Jay Inslee will present Fonda with the award. Earlier in the week, Fonda will receive the SAG Lifetime Achievement Award at the SAG Awards on Feb.
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