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Farhiyo Farah Ibrahim
العبارة فرح إبراهيم |
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Ibrahim in 2008
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| Born | 1982/1983 (age 42–43) |
| Occupation | activist, interpreter |
Farhiyo Farah Ibrahim (Somali: Farxiyo Faarax Ibraahim, Arabic: العبارة فرح إبراهيم) is a brave woman from Somalia who works as a social activist. This means she fights to make life better and fairer for other people, especially for women and girls. She is known for speaking up about women's rights and health.
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Early Life in Somalia and Kenya
Farhiyo was born in Somalia around 1982 or 1983. When she was a child, a civil war started in her country. It was a very dangerous time, and her family faced many hardships. Because of the war, her family had to flee to Kenya in 1992.
They lived in a large refugee camp in Dadaab run by the United Nations. A refugee camp is a place that provides temporary shelter for people who have had to leave their homes. After she finished the eighth grade, Farhiyo had to leave school to help support her family.
Later, she made a very difficult and brave choice not to marry a man who was much older than her. This decision caused a disagreement with her family.
Career as an Activist
Working for Health and Safety
In 2002, Farhiyo started working for a group called the National Council of Churches in Kenya. Her job was to teach people about health. She encouraged people to get tested for serious illnesses like HIV/AIDS and taught them about making healthy choices.
She also campaigned against a harmful traditional practice that hurts young girls. Her work was very important, but it was also challenging. Some people in her community did not agree with the topics she talked about. Because of this pressure, she eventually had to leave her job.
A Voice for Women and Girls
Even after leaving her job, Farhiyo continued to help people. By 2008, she was working as an interpreter, helping people who spoke different languages to understand each other. Most importantly, she never stopped being an activist for the rights of women and girls.
Receiving a Courage Award
In 2008, Farhiyo Farah Ibrahim's bravery and hard work were recognized around the world. She received the International Women of Courage Award. This is a special award given to women who have shown great leadership and courage in fighting for justice and human rights.
