Karen de Souza

Karen de Souza (born 19 January 1958) is a Guyanese women and child's rights activist who has worked to advocate for victims, educate and provide support for victims of violence. Founder of the NGO Red Thread anti-violence campaigns, she has been involved in training programmes of judicial officers and contributed to the drafting law to protect trafficking and anti-violence. Her advocacy has been recognized by both regional and international organizations.

For the Argentine jazz singer, see Karen Souza.
Karen de Souza
Born
Karen Audrey de Souza

(1958-01-19) 19 January 1958
Georgetown, British Guiana
NationalityGuyanese
Occupation(s)Women's and children's activist
Years active1986–present
Known forCo-founder of Red Thread
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