Bangladeshi burns survivor on BBC's 100 Women list

Bangladeshi filmmaker, writer and disability campaigner Jannatul Ferdous was named on the list of 100 influential women in the world by BBC.

BBC 100 Women names 100 influential and inspiring women from around the world every year. This year, the list was revealed on Tuesday.

Jannatul Ferdous survived an accident that burnt 60% of her body. Despite that, she went on to become the founder of Voice & Views, a human rights organisation that fights for the rights of women who have survived burns.

Known as Ivy to her friends and family, she has made five short films and published three novels, using her storytelling to raise awareness about people living with disabilities.

Ferdous has studied extensively and her academic achievements include an MA in English Literature and a degree in Development Studies.

Among the other women on the list are attorney and former US First Lady Michelle Obama, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, Ballon d'Or-winning footballer Aitana Bonmatí, AI expert Timnit Gebru, feminist icon Gloria Steinem, Hollywood star America Ferrera and beauty mogul Huda Kattan.

In a year where extreme heat, wildfires, floods and other natural disasters have been dominating headlines, the list also highlights women who have been working to help their communities tackle climate change and take action to adjust to its impacts.

The list includes 28 Climate Pioneers, named ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28.

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