Zakira Hekmat

Zakira Hekmat 2023

Zakira Hekmat is an Afghan doctor and rights activist ^[1] She founded the Afghan Refugee Solidarity Association in Turkey to work for the rights of all refugees and women. ^{[2] [3]} She was awarded the International Women of Courage Award in 2023.

References

1. "Courage of female Afghan doctor to be recognized at US awards ceremony". Arab News. 7 Mar 2023. Retrieved 8 Aug 2023.
2. "Women in Turkey stand in solidarity with their Afghan sisters". Arab News. 19 Aug 2021. Retrieved 8 Aug 2023.
3. "2023 International Women of Courage AwardUnited States Department of State". United States Department of State. 10 Mar 2023. Retrieved 8 Aug 2023.