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Historical Figure

Adila Bayhum al-Jazairi

Ottoman

Adila Bayhum-al-Jazairi was a Syrian feminist, independence activist and philanthropist. She was a pioneer of the Syrian women's movement, as well as supporter of Syrian independence from France.

Connection to Damascus

Settled in Damascus in 1922; led the Arab Women's Union of Damascus from 1933 to 1967.

Known for

Pioneer of Syrian feminism; co-founded the Syrian Women's Union.

Lifespan

1900 – 1975

Period

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Biography

Adila Bayhum-al-Jazairi was a Syrian feminist, independence activist and philanthropist. She was a pioneer of the Syrian women's movement, as well as supporter of Syrian independence from France.