Edna Adan

Edna Adan has transformed personal tragedy into a powerful mission for women's healthcare from the heart of Somaliland. As the founder of the Edna Adan Maternity Hospital, she has emerged as a relentless crusader against female circumcision and systemic healthcare challenges that plague her region and beyond.

Her groundbreaking work extends far beyond medicine. As Foreign Minister and leader of the Organization for Victims of Torture, Adan demonstrates her unwavering commitment to human rights on multiple fronts.

Drawing from her medical heritage and extensive political experience, she has dedicated her life to improving maternal health outcomes, empowering women in patriarchal societies, and challenging deeply rooted cultural practices that harm women and children. Her hospital serves not just as a medical facility, but as a beacon of hope and change in a region where women's healthcare has long been neglected.