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Hanan Ibrahim

b. 1953

Somali social activist

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About Hanan Ibrahim

Born 1953. Hanan Ibrahim is a Somali activist.

Hanan Ibrahim (, ) is a Somali social activist. She is the Chairperson of the Barnet Muslim Women's Network, among other organizations.

Early years Ibrahim grew up in Somalia. She is a mother of three children and a Muslim. After the outbreak of the civil war in her native country, she moved to the United Kingdom in 1998.

Career

In a professional capacity, Ibrahim worked with the Women Interfaith Network, Sisters against Violent Extremism, the African SANG and the Women's Federation for World Peace. The SFSG promotes inter-faith dialogue and understanding, and advocates for greater female participation in various issues. It also offers a variety of social services, including a family advice center, health awareness drives, job-search assistance and skill acquisition workshops.

Awards For her contributions to society, Ibrahim was presented in 2004 with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.

In 2010, she won the London Borough of Barnet Civic Award and the Community Engagement Award from HAYA - Somali Organization in London. That year, she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her community work with the SFSG.

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Important facts

Born
1953, Somalia
Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Awards
Member of the Order of the British Empire

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hanan Ibrahim's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hanan Ibrahim?

Somali social activist

When was Hanan Ibrahim born?

Hanan Ibrahim was born in 1953 in Somalia.

What is Hanan Ibrahim's occupation?

Hanan Ibrahim is an activist.

What nationality is Hanan Ibrahim?

Hanan Ibrahim is Somali.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Hanan Ibrahim

Β· Wikidata: Q5646898

Β· DBpedia: Hanan Ibrahim

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