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Maya Jribi
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| Secretary-General of the Republican Party | |
| In office April 9, 2012 – February 3, 2017 |
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| Preceded by | Party created |
| Succeeded by | Issam Chebbi |
| Member of the Constituent Assembly of Tunisia from Ben Arous Governorate | |
| In office November 22, 2011 – December 2, 2014 |
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| Born | 29 January 1960 Bou Arada, Tunisia |
| Died | 19 May 2018 (aged 58) Radès, Ben Arous Governorate, Tunisia |
| Political party | Republican Party (from 2012) Progressive Democratic Party (until 2012) |
| Alma mater | University of Sfax |
Maya Jribi (born January 29, 1960 – died May 19, 2018) was an important politician from Tunisia. She was a leader of the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) from 2006 to 2012. After the PDP joined with other groups to form the Republican Party in 2012, she became its Secretary-General. She held this role until she stepped down in 2017.
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Maya Jribi's Life and Political Journey
Early Life and Education
Maya Jribi's father was from Tatouine, and her mother was from Algeria. She grew up and went to school in Radès, Tunisia. Later, she studied biology at the University of Sfax from 1979 to 1983.
During her time at university, she became very active in student groups. She joined the student union, known as UGET, and the Tunisian League of Human Rights. This group worked to protect people's rights. She also wrote for newspapers like Erraï and Al Mawkif.
Starting Her Political Career
In 1983, Maya Jribi helped start a political group called the Progressive Socialist Rally. She co-founded it with Ahmed Najib Chebbi. This group later changed its name to the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP).
From 1986, she was an important member of the party's leadership team. On December 25, 2006, Maya Jribi was chosen to be the Secretary-General of the PDP. This was a big moment because she was the first woman to lead a political party in Tunisia.
Protests and Challenges
Maya Jribi was not afraid to stand up for what she believed in. From October 1 to 20, 2007, she and Najib Chebbi went on a hunger strike. This meant they stopped eating to protest. They were protesting because their party's main office in Tunis was forced to move. This protest caused serious health problems for her.
Elections and New Political Party
In October 2011, Maya Jribi led the PDP's list of candidates for the Constituent Assembly Elections in Ben Arous Governorate. The Constituent Assembly was a group of people chosen to write a new constitution for Tunisia. The PDP won one seat in Ben Arous.
On April 9, 2012, the PDP joined with other political parties to create the Republican Party. Maya Jribi became a leader of this new party. On November 22, she put herself forward to be the president of the Constituent Assembly of Tunisia. However, she was not chosen. Mustapha Ben Jaafar won the election with more votes.
Beliefs and Retirement
Maya Jribi was a strong supporter of feminism. This means she believed strongly in equal rights for women. She also had strong opinions on international issues.
In 2017, Maya Jribi announced that she was retiring from politics. She made this announcement at the Republican Party's meeting.
Later Life and Legacy
In March 2018, a special center that studies women's issues honored Maya Jribi. They recognized her for her long and dedicated political work.
Maya Jribi passed away on May 19, 2018, after battling cancer. The President of Tunisia released an official statement. He said her death was a loss of a "sincere activist." He also praised her kindness and her political career.
On May 21, the Ministry of Women's Affairs announced that the main meeting hall at their headquarters would be named after Maya Jribi. This was a way to honor her contributions.
Awards and Honors
- Commander of the Order of the Republic of Tunisia (2015)
- Knight of National Order of Merit of Tunisia (2014)
See also
In Spanish: Maya Jribi para niños
