Marie Françoise Ouedraogo facts for kids
Marie Françoise Ouedraogo is a talented mathematician from Burkina Faso, a country in West Africa. She was born on December 3, 1967. She has also worked in her country's government, helping to make sure things were fair and honest.
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About Marie Françoise Ouedraogo
Her Early Life and Education
Marie Françoise Ouedraogo grew up in Ouagadougou, the capital city of Burkina Faso. From a young age, she found mathematics easy and enjoyable. She studied at the University of Ouagadougou. In 1999, she completed her first advanced degree, focusing on complex math topics. Later, in 2009, she earned her Ph.D. from Blaise Pascal University in France. Her Ph.D. research was also on advanced mathematics. Marie Françoise Ouedraogo made history by becoming the first woman from Burkina Faso to earn a Ph.D. in mathematics.
Working for Her Country
From 2005 to 2008, Marie Françoise Ouedraogo worked for her government. She was in charge of a program called "national policy of good governance." This program aimed to stop unfair practices and corruption, especially in public services like transportation. She believed that good governance means everyone acts honestly and fairly.
Inspiring Others in Mathematics
Today, Marie Françoise Ouedraogo teaches math at the University of Ouagadougou. She continues to research advanced math topics. She is also a leader who encourages more girls and women to study mathematics.
In 2009, she became the president of a special group within the African Mathematical Union. This group, called the Commission on Women in Mathematics in Africa (AMUCWMA), works to get African girls excited about math and consider it as a career. In 2012, she helped organize a workshop to spark interest in math among women in Africa. Then, in 2013, she was chosen to be the president of the African Women in Mathematics Association. She has given talks about how women around the world face similar challenges in mathematics, but also share similar successes.
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In Spanish: Marie Françoise Ouedraogo para niños
