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Tawakkol Karman

Tawakkol Karman

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Business
Birthday
February 7, 1979
Age
47
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$1M
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About

Tawakkol Karman is a prominent Yemeni journalist, politician, and human rights activist. She is best known as the co-founder and leader of 'Women Journalists Without Chains', an organization dedicated to advocating for press freedom and human rights in Yemen. Karman rose to international prominence during the 2011 Yemeni uprising, becoming a leading voice in the Arab Spring movement. Her efforts to promote peace and women's rights were recognized with the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize. She holds the distinction of being the first Yemeni, the first Arab woman, and the second Muslim woman to receive this prestigious award.

Career Timeline

2005D$0.01M

Founds Women Journalists

Karman co-founds 'Women Journalists Without Chains', advocating for press freedom in Yemen.

2011C$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

Arab Spring Activism

Karman becomes a leading figure in the Yemeni uprising, part of the Arab Spring movement.

2011B$0.5M+$0.4M

Nobel Peace Prize Winner

Karman is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work on women's rights and peace.

2015B$0.6M+$0.09999999999999998M

Advocates for Peace

Karman continues to advocate for peace and human rights in Yemen, despite the ongoing conflict.

2020B$0.7M+$0.09999999999999998M

Global Activism

Karman expands her activism to a global level, speaking out on various human rights issues.

2024B$0.9M+$0.20000000000000007M

Continues Human Rights Work

Karman actively continues her human rights work. She continues to be a leading advocate for freedom of expression.

2026B$1M+$0.09999999999999998M

Voice for Justice

Karman remains a powerful voice for justice and equality, using her platform to advocate for change.

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