Oona Chaplin is an actress and activist dedicated to using her platform for social change. Born in Madrid, Spain, she is the granddaughter of legendary filmmaker Charlie Chaplin and the great-granddaughter of playwright Eugene O’Neill.Chaplin has built a successful career in film and television, starring in Game of Thrones as Talisa Maegyr, as well as in The Crimson Field and Taboo. She has also taken on leading roles in major film productions, including the Avatar sequels.
Beyond her work in entertainment, Chaplin is deeply committed to humanitarian efforts and education. She has volunteered in refugee camps, supported film education for Saharawi refugees through FiSahara, and actively uses her platform to raise awareness of social and environmental issues. As a trustee of the Boa Foundation, she works closely with indigenous communities, particularly in Brazil, Mexico, and Chile, advocating for cultural exchange and sustainable living.
As a Non-Violence Ambassador, Chaplin stands up for peace and the power of education in conflict resolution. Her passion for social justice and belief in human potential align closely with the foundation’s mission to inspire and empower young people to create a more peaceful world.
The Non-Violence Project Foundation is a non-profit organization with special consultative status to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
