Ora Namir
Ora Namir was an Israeli politician, diplomat, and “dove” whose efforts on behalf of women’s rights and social justice are enjoyed today by all Israeli citizens. She was General Secretary of the Tel-Aviv-Jaffa branch of Na'amat (Working Women and Volunteers Organization), 1967-79; Labor Party member of Knesset, 1974-1996; and Minister of the Environment and Minister of Labor and Social Welfare during the 1990s. Namir headed a commission of enquiry into the status of women in Israel, which in its report exposed the truth behind the myth of Israel as an egalitarian country and presented one hundred and forty recommendations for change. Namir initiated and/or helped to ensure the passage of several laws related to women’s status and welfare. She served as Israel’s ambassador to China and non-resident ambassador to Mongolia, 1996-2000.
Family and Education
Early Public Service
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Member of Knesset and Minister
Ambassador to China and Non-Resident Ambassador to Mongolia
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