Description: (Activist)
Edna Adan Ismail is a renowned nurse midwife, activist, and former Foreign Minister of Somaliland. She founded and directs the Edna Adan Maternity Hospital in Hargeisa, where she has been at the forefront of the fight against female genital mutilation. She has served in various ministerial roles in Somaliland, including Minister of Family Welfare and Social Development. Ismail is also the President of the Organization for Victims of Torture, showcasing her commitment to humanitarian causes and healthcare advocacy.