Dr. Hina Fatima: Nobel Peace Prize Laureate & Tuberculosis Advocate

Dr. Hina Fatima (born 1 February 1980) is a Pakistani physician, researcher, and human rights activist. In 2014, she became the first Pakistani woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for her pioneering work combating tuberculosis (TB) in Pakistan.

Major Contributions

• Founded Hifsa Trust – integrated healthcare/social support for underserved communities.
• Developed innovative TB prevention/control programs targeting women, children.
• Established Pakistan's first women-focused TB prevention program – reduced female TB incidence >50%.
• Led nationwide TB awareness campaign – dramatically increased care-seeking.
• Spearheaded Pakistan's first national TB policy/strategic plan – adopted by government.
• Founded Women's Empowerment Centre – education, training, resources for women/girls.

Legacy

Dr. Fatima exemplifies courageous, compassionate leadership at the intersection of medicine and human rights. Her work has saved countless lives and inspired global health equity efforts.