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Algerian Freedom Fighter Zohra Drif

Algerian Freedom Fighter Zohra Drif

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Algerian Freedom Fighter Zohra Drif

Zohra Drif is a recently retired Vice-President of the Algerian Senate. In an earlier era, she was a key activist in her people’s struggle for liberation from the grip of French colonialism. Her book, Inside the Battle of Algiers, recounts her role in bringing urban guerilla warfare into the heart of the Algerian capital’s French quarters.

Mme. Drif spoke at Georgetown University as part of a partnership between GIWPS, CCAS and other SFS programs.

From Prison to Parliament

Zohra Drif was imprisoned for her role in Algeria’s struggle for independence from France. She went on to serve as Vice-President of the Algerian Senate. In this video, she discusses the role of women in Algerian society, from prison to Parliament.

Mme. Drif spoke at Georgetown University as part of a partnership between GIWPS, CCAS and other SFS programs.

Promoting Girls’ Education in Prison

Zohra Drif played a key role in the historic Battle of Algiers (1956-7). She was imprisoned for her role in Algeria’s freedom struggle and dedicated herself to educating fellow women prisoners. In this video, she discusses her strategies for promoting girls’ education in prison.

Mme. Drif spoke at Georgetown University as part of a partnership between GIWPS, CCAS and other SFS programs.

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