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Sharmin Akter

b. 1995

Woman of Courage 2017

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About Sharmin Akter

Born 1995. Sharmin Akter is a Bangladeshi activist.

Sharmin Akter is a Bangladeshi activist against child and forced marriages. She resisted her mother's efforts to get her married at the age of 15 to a 32-year-old man and fought to continue her education. A student of Rajapur Pilot Girls High School. She wants to become a lawyer to fight child and forced marriages. She is an International Women of Courage Award recipient.

Akter was praised in 2017 by her school's headteacher for successfully completing her exams despite the distractions.

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Important facts

Born
31 December 1995, Gaibandha
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Activist
Nationality
Bangladesh
Awards
International Women of Courage Award

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sharmin Akter?

Woman of Courage 2017

When was Sharmin Akter born?

Sharmin Akter was born on 31 December 1995 in Gaibandha.

What is Sharmin Akter's occupation?

Sharmin Akter is an activist.

What nationality is Sharmin Akter?

Sharmin Akter is Bangladeshi.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sharmin Akter

· Wikidata: Q29885324

· DBpedia: Sharmin Akter

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