Angelina Jolie is an American actress, filmmaker, and activist. She has received numerous awards for her work in film, including an Academy Award and three Golden Globe Awards. She is also known for her humanitarian work, having served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees since 2001. Jolie is also an outspoken advocate for human rights and social justice, and has been involved in various campaigns to raise awareness about issues such as poverty, gender inequality, and violence against women.