Mariam Jack-Denton

Mariam Jack-Denton (born 1952) is a Gambian lawyer and politician. First Gambian woman called to the Bar, Speaker of the National Assembly of The Gambia (2017-2022), former legal adviser to United Democratic Party. Quotes I am honoured by the confidence and trust that members of the National Assembly have in me by respectively nominating and electing me. I shall also strive to discharge this function with the impartiality expected of the office of the speaker and to maintain the dignity of the office. It is obvious that gender equality is essential for the achievement of human rights for all. Yet discriminatory laws against women persist in every corner of the globe. In order to develop a human rights culture, we must address the persistent issues of discrimination, inequality, and injustice. Collective action is required, in which individuals and organisations work together to advocate for positive change. It is not enough to be passive spectators; we must participate in the improvement of our society. The legislative term from 2017–2022 has been a great test for our young parliamentary democracy. In Africa and in all other countries, education is the key of development and we can't develop our societies without promoting education. External links Category:Gambian lawyers Category:Gambian politicians Category:Speakers of the National Assembly of the Gambia Category:Gambian women Category:1952 births Category:Living people