Dr. Mariyam Shakeela

Dr. Mariyam Shakeela

Former Cabinet Minister, Government of Maldives; Maldives

Dr. Shakeela is a doctoral graduate from Curtin University, a former cabinet Minister in the Maldives and a dynamic and successful female entrepreneur in the Maldives. With over 30 years of extensive experience and expertise that spans diverse political, social, and economic environments she has played key roles in international negotiations on various global issues, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), human rights, health, and climate change.

Driven by her philanthropic spirit, she has established institutions to offers affordable quality services in medicine, mental well-being and education to underserved communities. An inspiring leader recognized for her dedicated advocacy in gender equality, her commitment to creating an inclusive society is evident in her extensive involvement in civil society organization locally and internationally to facilitate opportunities for economic, political and social empowerment of women and youth in need. She also focuses on conflict resolution, human rights, and building peace. Additionally, she is a multi-award-winning an academic, a published poet, and author with works available in online and physical bookstores

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