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Suzanne Mubarak

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“H.E. Mrs. Suzanne Mubarak appointed Honorary Hans Christian Anderson Ambassador Foundation.” 

photo of Suzanne Mubarak Photo Credit: Laurent Gillieron/AP Images

Known For: First Lady of Egypt
Country: Egypt

About

Suzanne Mubarak is the First Lady of Egypt and a social scientist who received her bachelor’s in political science for the American University of Cairo.

The child of a doctor, Mubarak benefited from a middle class upbringing, which allowed her to develop her interest in education, which she has pursued in her role as first lady. As First Lady, Mubarak has taken it upon herself to advocate for the underrepresented voices in Egyptian society through the establishment of policies and initiatives, which have been directed towards the development of youth and women. Suzanne has participated in many international organizations, which have been dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for women. In 2003, Suzanne founded the Suzanne Mubarak Women’s International Peace Movement, which is dedicated to peace building through communication networks and creating a culture of peace.

Suzanne has received numerous awards including the “Avicenna Medal,” UNESCO’s highest award for her work in Egypt, as well as the “Prize of Tolerance” from the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. She also received an award from the American World Book Association.

Sources

“H.E. Suzanne Mubarak,” Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Videos

Suzanne Mubarak received ITU’s World Telecommunication and Information Society Award from Dr. Hamadoun I. Touré.

Suzanne Mubarak’s acceptance speech for the ITU Award.

Suzanne Mubarak discusses her views on polygamy, female genital mutilation, etc.

More Information

The Suzanne Mubarak Regional Centre for Women’s Health and Development.

The Suzanne Mubarak Women’s International Peace Movement.

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