Justice & Rights
Mariam Jack-Denton
Pioneering woman lawyer and parliamentary speaker
A Gambian legacyMariam Jack-Denton is recognised as the first Gambian woman called to the bar. Her legal career included state counsel work, advising the Central Bank and independent practice. In April 2017 she became Speaker of the National Assembly, taking a prominent role in the legislature formed after the democratic transition.
THEIR MARK ON HISTORY
01Was the first Gambian woman called to the bar.
02Became Speaker of the National Assembly in April 2017.
SOURCES & FURTHER READING01Institute for African Women in Law: Mariam Jack-Denton02The Point: National Assembly profile
Photo: Institute for African Women in Law: Mariam Jack-Denton · Image rights retained by source. Cropped or framed for display. Original photograph enlarged for display; source detail is limited. View original photograph.
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