From EPIC.org:
EPIC has presented the 2011 International Privacy Champion Award to European Parliament Member Sophie in’t Veld and the 2011 Domestic Privacy Champion Award to Jeff Chester, founder and executive director of the Center for Digital Democracy. In’t Veld was recognized for her work as “leading defender of fundamental freedoms,” Chester as a “tireless champion of consumer rights.” Professor Stefano Rodotà and Justice Michael Kirby have previously received the EPIC International Privacy Champion Award. The 2010 EPIC Domestic Privacy Champion Award went to Beth Givens, founder and director of the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse.
Congratulations to all of the honorees!