In many places around the world, the LGBT community and individuals infected with HIV/AIDS continue to face discrimination in employment, political r… - Tawakkol Karman
" "In many places around the world, the LGBT community and individuals infected with HIV/AIDS continue to face discrimination in employment, political representation, and access to health care, including sexual and reproductive health care and rights. They certainly must not be left behind. I will continue to push for the inclusion of these marginalized groups in the post-2015 agenda and beyond.
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About Tawakkol Karman
Tawakkol Karman (born 7 February 1979) is a Yemeni journalist, politician and senior member of the of Al-Islah political party, and human rights activist. She was co-recipient of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize, along with Leymah Gbowee and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
Also Known As
Native Name:
توكل عبد السلام خالد كرمان
Alternative Names:
Tawakkul Karmān
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Tawakul Karman
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Tawakel Karman
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Tawakkol Abdel-Salam Khalid Karman
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