Fatima Adam Ibrahim

A Sudanese women's rights activist advocating for gender equality and political representation

Fatima Adam Ibrahim (born 1960) is a Sudanese lawyer, politician, and women's rights activist who has dedicated her career to advancing gender equality and political participation for women in Sudan. As a founding member of the Sudanese Women's Union (SWU), she has been a vocal advocate for women's rights, particularly during the 2019 revolution that toppled Omar al-Bashir's regime. Her work has focused on legal reforms to eliminate discriminatory laws against women, including those related to inheritance, marriage, and political representation. Ibrahim has also led initiatives to increase women's political engagement, such as organizing training programs for female candidates and lobbying for quotas to ensure women’s representation in government bodies. Her efforts contributed to Sudan’s 2019 Constitutional Declaration, which mandated that 40% of political positions be held by women. Beyond Sudan, she has collaborated with international organizations like the UN Women and the African Union to promote women’s leadership across the continent. Despite facing arrests and harassment for her activism, Ibrahim remains a prominent voice in Sudan’s transition to democracy. For more information, visit the Sudanese Women’s Union website or read Human Rights Watch reports on her advocacy.