Marijke Indradebie Djwalapersad

Marijke Indradebie Djwalapersad

politician Suriname

Marijke Indradebie Djwalapersad was a prominent Surinamese politician and a trailblazer for women's representation in politics. Born on December 28, 1951, she made history in 1996 by becoming the first female president of the National Assembly of Suriname, serving until 2000. Throughout her political career, she was an influential member of several political parties, including the Vooruitstrevende Hervormingspartij (VHP), and played a crucial role in advocating for democratic principles, the rule of law, and societal development. Her contributions to the political landscape and her commitment to social causes have left a lasting impact on Suriname, making her a significant figure in the country's history. Djwalapersad passed away on September 11, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of courage and dedication.

Born on Dec 28, 1951 (73 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
4,780
Power
37$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Suriname 2 9.00 0.74% +10% 586,634 4,780 $4,600 37$
Totals 2 586,634 4,780 $4,600 37$
Interactive World Map

Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Suriname Suriname: Marijke Indradebie Djwalapersad was the first female parliamentary chairperson in Suriname and a prominent advocate for women's roles in politics. 9

De Ware Tijd: ‘Parlementair werk gekenmerkt door welbespraaktheid, sociale bewogenheid en diepe betrokkenheid’ – de Ware Tijd

Suriname Suriname: Marijke Djwalapersad was known for her commitment to democratic principles and played a significant role in Suriname's political history. 9

De Ware Tijd: ‘Suriname verliest markante en moedige vrouw’ – de Ware Tijd