Djingarey Ibrahim Maiga is one of the most recognized feminists in Mali. She has dedicated more than 20 years to defending the rights of Malians through her organization Women and Human Rights.
Despite progress in the last two decades, Malians have limited access to education, healthcare and formal employment. The participation of the female population in the labor force is 54% compared to 80% for men. In the field of politics, she is a fervent defender of the adoption of laws that protect and promote gender equality.