Ifrah Ahmed
| Ifrah Ahmed إفراح أحمد | |
|---|---|
| Born | Somalia |
| Occupation | activist |
| Title | Chairperson of the United Youth of Ireland |
| Religion | Islam |
Ifrah Ahmed (Somali: Ifraax Axmed, Arabic: إفراح أحمد) is a Somali social activist. She is the founder of the United Youth of Ireland non-governmental organization.
Career
Ahmed was born in Somalia. In 2006, she emigrated to Ireland.[1]
Ahmed has worked with a number of Somali and international organizations on various projects, including Amnesty International and UNICEF. Among her main areas of interest is women's reproductive health.[1] She has also consulted with the Federal Government of Somalia on its post-conflict reconstruction program.[2]
In 2010, Ahmed established the United Youth of Ireland. The non-governmental organization provides support to young immigrants in their business, artistic and creative pursuits.[1]
Additionally, Ahmed has been involved in organizing various events, workshops, fundraisers and seminars.[1] In 2014, she was also a guest speaker in support of the documentary Girl Rising by Richard E. Robbins. The showcase was part of the Development Film Series held at the University College Dublin.[3]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Ifrah Ahmed, campaigner". Because I am a Girl. Retrieved 24 April 2014.
- ↑ "Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud speaks with Ifrah Ahmed". New Somali. 18 September 2013. Retrieved 24 April 2014.
- ↑ "Documentary - Girl Rising - Guest Speaker: Ifrah Ahmed". UCD Student Centre. Retrieved 24 April 2014.