She has worked as a journalist since earning a degree in political science from Sana'a University | In 2005, Tawakkol Karman co-founded the group Women Journalists Without Chains, in order to promote freedom of expression and democratic rights |
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From 2007 to 2010, she regularly led demonstrations and sit-ins in Tahrir Square, Sana'a | She was awarded the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize, along with Ellen John Sirleaf and Leymah Gbowee, in recognition of her leadership in non-violent struggle and her advocacy against authoritarianism, corruption, and oppression |
Tawakkol Karman is married with three children | Their work and discoveries range from the formation of black holes and genetic scissors to efforts to combat hunger and develop new auction formats |
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She actively participated in the 2011 protests against ruling regimes that took place in a number of Arab countries | In Yemen, democratic rights are restricted |
She has promoted the struggle for democracy and human rights in Yemen at the international level, including at the UN.
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