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“Even into the 20th century, women were still struggling in the Western world for rights that Islam had granted women in the 7th century: equal rights to education; the right to own and inherit property; to have a voice in the decisions affecting their lives; to be active, engaged, and valued members of society at all levels.”

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Queen Noor of Jordan
Queen Noor of Jordan

Queen Noor of Jordan (born Lisa Najeeb Halaby on August 23, 1951) is an American-born Jordanian queen consort who married King Hussein of Jordan in 1978. After converting to Islam, she became known as Noor Al-Hussein. She is renowned for her humanitarian work in women's rights, child welfare, and environmental conservation. She founded the Noor Al Hussein Foundation in 1979, which has become one of Jordan's largest non-governmental organizations. As a UN Goodwill Ambassador, she has advocated for women and children across the Arab world. more

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