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How I became me: Ethiopia’s trailblazing Chief Justice Meaza Ashenafi

Dec 26, 2024
Meaza Ashenafi, Ethiopia’s first female Chief Justice, shares her inspiring journey from a small town to breaking barriers in the judicial system. She discusses her challenges as the sole woman in her law class and her dedication to human rights. Meaza reflects on her nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize and the resilience required to navigate a male-dominated field. She emphasizes the importance of women’s leadership in law and how personal experiences shape the fight for justice in developing countries.
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  • Meaza Ashenafi's journey from a small town to becoming Ethiopia's first female Chief Justice showcases the transformative power of resilience and advocacy for gender equality.
  • The challenges faced by Ashenafi in a male-dominated judiciary highlight the systemic barriers that women leaders encounter and underscore the need for continued efforts towards gender representation in leadership roles.

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