Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo facts for kids
Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo is an important Mauritian politician. She is a member of the Militant Socialist Movement political party. She represents an area called Constituency No. 19 in the country's main law-making body, the National Assembly. She made history by becoming the first woman to hold the high position of Vice Prime Minister in Mauritius.
Working as a Lawyer
Before becoming a politician, Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo worked as a solicitor. A solicitor is a type of lawyer who helps people with legal problems and represents them in court. She appeared in the Supreme Court of Mauritius, which is the highest court in Mauritius. She also worked in its Family Division, which handles cases related to families.
Her Journey in Politics
Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo first joined the National Assembly in the 2005 general election. This is when people vote to choose their representatives. She held her seat until 2010.
She was elected again in the 2014 general election. After this, she was given an important job as the Minister of Social Security, National Solidarity and Reform Institutions. She held this role until January 2017. This ministry helps people with social support and welfare.
Later, she became the Minister of Gender Equality, Child Development and Family Welfare. This role focuses on making sure everyone, especially women and children, is treated fairly and safely. She served in this position until November 2017.
From November 2017 to November 2019, she held the special title of Vice Prime Minister. At the same time, she was also the Minister of Local Government and Outer Islands. This ministry deals with local community matters and preparing for emergencies. In July 2018, she returned to her role as Minister of Gender Equality, Child Development and Family Welfare.
After the 2019 general election, she was once again appointed to the Ministry of Social Security and National Solidarity. Her current title is Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity. In this role, she continues to work on programs that help people and ensure social well-being in Mauritius.
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Mrs Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo meeting the UNODC Regional Representative for Eastern Africa.
