Sima Samar Tickets

Dr. Sima Samar is a physician, activist, and former Afghan government official renowned for her lifelong commitment to women’s rights, healthcare, and human rights. As founder of the Shuhada Organization, she has helped establish clinics and schools for women and girls in Afghanistan and among refugee communities. Her public service spans roles from Vice President of Afghanistan and Minister for Women’s Affairs (2001–2003) to chairing the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC). Her work with the United Nations includes serving as Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Sudan (2005–2009) and contributing to UN bodies focused on displacement and mediation. Dr. Samar’s leadership and advocacy have been recognized with prestigious awards like the Ramon Magsaysay Award (1994) and the Right Livelihood Award (2012). This page highlights her biography, notable contributions, discography in a broader sense of influence (including published works and policy initiatives), and upcoming speaking engagements across the world.

Upcoming appearances in 2025 include a keynote at Harvard Kennedy School on February 25, 2025, participation in the 2025 Human Rights and Humanitarian Forum at UCLA Law on May 7, 2025, and a speaking engagement in Canberra, Australia at Parliament House on December 14, 2025. We’ve got you covered for events featuring Dr. Samar’s incisive insights into women’s rights, humanitarian law, and global health policy. Follow her on social media for updates and endorsements from organizations committed to human rights.

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