Nasrin Oryakhil facts for kids
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Nasrin Oryakhil
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| نسرین اوریاخیل | |
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| Born | 1964 Kabul, Afghanistan |
Nasrin Oryakhil is an Afghan doctor and former government minister. She is known for her important work in women's health. She has won awards for her efforts. In 2015, she became a minister in the Afghan government.
Early Life
Nasrin Oryakhil was born in 1964. Her birthplace was Kabul, the capital city of Afghanistan.
Career in Medicine
Dr. Oryakhil is a special kind of doctor. She is a gynecologist and an obstetrician. This means she helps women with their health, especially during pregnancy and childbirth.
Since 2004, she has been the Director of the Malalai Maternity Hospital in Kabul. At this hospital, she started Afghanistan's first clinic. This clinic helps women who have a serious health problem called obstetric fistula.
Dr. Oryakhil also leads the Afghan Family Health Association. This is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that helps families with health issues. She is also part of the Afghan Women's Network. This group works to support women in Afghanistan. She also helped create the Afghan Midwives Association. This group supports midwives, who are healthcare professionals helping women during childbirth.
Role in Politics
In 2015, Nasrin Oryakhil became a minister. She was chosen to be the Minister for Labor in Afghanistan. This means she was in charge of matters related to jobs and workers.
She was one of only a few women chosen for this government. On November 12, 2016, the Afghan parliament removed her from her position.
Awards and Recognition
In 2014, Dr. Oryakhil received a special honor. She was given the International Women of Courage award. This award recognizes women around the world who show great bravery and leadership. They work to make positive changes in their communities.
See also
In Spanish: Nasrin Oryakhil para niños
