Fatou Baldeh, MBE awarded the International Women of Courage Award
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On the 4th of March 2024, Fatou Baldeh, MBE was honoured with the IWOC Award as recognition for the incredible work that she has dedicated her life to.
Congratulations Fatou and thank you for every woman whose life has been positively impacted by coming across you!
Read more about Fatou’s outstanding work here.
Livestream the award ceremony here.
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