Zasia binti Sirin
Zasia binti Sirin (born 24 September 1956) is a Bruneian former politician. In 2011 she was one of the first two women appointed to the Legislative Council, serving as a member until 2016.
Zasia binti Sirin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Legislative Council | |
| In office 2011–2016 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 September 1956 Brunei |
Biography
Binti Sirin was born in Brunei in 1956.[1] She earned a BA and an MA in Islamic studies at Al-Azhar University in Egypt.[1] After returning to Brunei, she entered the civil service in 1980, initially working as a religious officer.[1] She rose to become director of the Islamic Preaching Centre.[1]
In 2011 binti Sirin was appointed to the Legislative Council as a representative of 'people who have achieved excellence'. She and Salbiah binti Sulaiman were the first female members of the Legislative Council.[2] She remained a member until 2016.
References
- Yang Berhormat Datin Paduka Hajah Zasia binti Sirin Legislative Council
- Two women are appointed to Legco The Economist Intelligence Unit
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