Dr. Sudarshini Fernandopulle: She Breaks Barriers: Inspiring Story of a Woman in Politics

Worth Asking: Gender, Politics, and South Asia

⁠Dr. Sudarshini Fernandopulle is a Member of Parliament from Sri Lanka. Before entering politics, she had an elaborate career as a Medical Doctor attached to the Ministry of Health. She was elected to the Parliament in 2010 and has served as an MP since then. She leads Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus in the Parliament. She has chaired several committees as an MP and has also served as a Minister.⁠

Worth Asking podcast tackles gender equality with a focus on women in politics. We'll mix insightful interviews and thought-provoking discussions to explore the roadblocks women face and celebrate their rise to power.

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