Edna Adan Ismail

Edna Adan Ismail is a Somali-British nurse and activist who focuses on maternal and child healthcare. She founded the Edna Adan Maternity Hospital in Somaliland and fights against female genital mutilation. Quotes “For me, religion is not only about rituals, but also about how you live your religion. It is about kindness and charity, living a clean and honest life. I live my religion through my acts, through the way I work with poor people, students, patients, and colleagues" “Don’t ever underestimate the capacity of a human being who is determined to do something.” “At that time, I was under the impression that with the campaign and education, we [would] do away with it in no time. I didn’t realize how hard a nut it is to crack.”