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Maria da Penha

Maria da Penha

Biography

Maria da Penha Maia Fernandes is a Brazilian women's rights activist and pharmacist who fought for her attacker to be convicted. Maria da Penha has three daughters and is now a leader of movements defending women's rights in Brazil.

  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1945-02-01
  • Place of Birth: Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil
  • Also Known As: Maria da Penha Maia Fernandes