Sakena Yacoobi
Afghan activist · Afghanistan · On the map · Activists · Born 1950 · age 76
Sakena Yacoobi is an Afghan activist known for her work for promoting access to education for women and children. She is the founder and executive director of the women-led NGO Afghan Institute of Learning.
Sakena Yacoobi is read about 10 times a day, in 17 languages.
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2017BBC 100 WomenAward2016Harold W. McGraw Prize in EducationAward2009The Henry R. Kravis Prize in LeadershipAward2004Gruber Prize for Women's RightsAward1950Born
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About this person
For her work, Yacoobi has received international recognition, including the 2013 Opus Prize, the 2015 WISE Prize, the 2016 Harold W. McGraw Prize in Education, and an honorary degree from Princeton University.
Country
Afghanistan
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1950 · age 76
