Zackie Achmat
South African activist, politician and film director / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Abdurrazack "Zackie" Achmat (born 21 March 1962) is a South African activist and film director.[2][3][4] He is a co-founder the Treatment Action Campaign and known worldwide for his activism on behalf of people living with HIV and AIDS in South Africa. He currently serves as board member and co-director of Ndifuna Ukwazi (Dare to Know),[5] an organisation which aims to build and support social justice organisations and leaders, and is the chairperson of Equal Education.[6][7]
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Zackie Achmat | |
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Born | (1962-03-21) 21 March 1962 (age 62) Vrededorp, Johannesburg, South Africa |
Nationality | South African |
Alma mater | University of the Western Cape |
Occupation(s) | Activist, film director |
Employer | Ndifuna Ukwazi (Dare to Know) |
Known for | HIV/AIDS activism |
Political party | Independent |
Board member of | Ndifuna Ukwazi (Dare to Know) Equal Education |
Spouse | Dalli Weyers (m. 2008; div. 2011) |
Parent(s) | Suleiman Achmat and Mymoena Adams[1] |
Relatives | Taghmeda "Midi" Achmat (sister)[1] |
Website | www |
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