Somali-Swedish midwife wins global award for maternal health work in Somaliland

[Deeq A.]

STOCKHOLM, Sweden (HOL) — Ayaan Hassan, a Somali-born Swedish midwife, has been recognized with the 2025 Medical Mission's Kindness Award for her transformative work in maternal healthcare in Somaliland. Over the past eight years, Hassan has trained midwives and healthcare workers in Gabiley, providing critical medical education and support to improve childbirth outcomes in the region.

Source: Hiiraan Online