Najibah Eradah (born 20 May 1983), also known as Brunei’s Polar Girl, is a teacher and environmentalist, who is the first Bruneian to have reached the South Pole.

South Pole expedition

Era and seven other woman, each from a different Commonwealth country, were selected from among over 800 candidates to take part in the

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, which reached the South Pole on 29 December 2009. Explaining her participation in the expedition, she said: "I am passionate about environmental issues and hope to use my involvement in the expedition to raise awareness in Brunei of global warming and climate change". Bruneian media described her achievement as "a historic day for Brunei and a momentous day for the Sultanate's women". Saiful Ibrahim, Vice president of the Brunei Adventure Recreation Association, described her as "an icon for all Bruneians, especially for women and our youths". She has become known in Brunei as "the Polar Girl". Bruneian businesswoman Halina Taib stepped in to fund the trip, after there were financial difficulties.

Personal life

Formerly a

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teacher in secondary school, Era became a government officer at the Bruneian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Recognitions and awards

* Youth Outstanding Merit (2010)

References

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South Pole expedition

Personal life

Recognitions and awards

See also

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