Omar Gulpi
Omar Abdullah Fatah | |
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عمر عبدالله فتاح | |
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| Member of the Kurdistan Region Parliament | |
| In office 2019–2023 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1977 Avroman, Halabja Governorate, Iraq |
| Nationality | Kurdish |
| Political party | Kurdistan Justice Group |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Educator, politician |
| Committees | Finance and Economic Affairs Committee |
Omar Abdullah Fatah (Kurdish: عومەر عەبدوڵڵا فەتاح, Arabic: عمر عبدالله فتاح), most commonly known as Omar Gulpi, is a prominent Kurdish politician and member of the Kurdistan Justice Group (KJG). He was born in 1977 in Hawraman, Halabja Governorate, Iraq.[1][2]
Gulpi holds a Bachelor's degree in Statistics and an MBA specializing in Human Resources Management.[3]
As a member of the Kurdistan Region Parliament's Fifth Term (2019–2023)[4]
Early Life
[edit]Omar Gulpi, born in 1977 in the city of Halabja, Kurdistan, was raised in a family deeply affected by the sociopolitical struggles of the Kurdish people. He grew up amidst the tragic history of Kurdish oppression, including the brutal Halabja chemical attack in 1988, which had a lasting impact on his family and his worldview. In 1989, Omar experienced a personal loss with the execution of two of his brothers by the Baathist regime, an event that shaped his early resolve to fight for the Kurdish cause.[5]
Education
[edit]- BA in Statistics, college of Administration and economy (2003).
- MBA in management, specialized in human resources management (2014).[6]
Career
[edit]Omar’s career has been marked by a combination of academic, political, and social activism roles. He initially embarked on a teaching career, becoming an influential academic and lecturer in several Kurdish universities, including the University of Human Development (UHD) and the University of Sulaimani (UOS).
He later transitioned into journalism and political activism. Omar Gulpi held key political positions in the Kurdistan Region’s government. One of his most notable roles was his appointment as the Chairman of the General Directorate of Social Care in Sulaimani from 2015 to 2020. During this time, he worked extensively to improve social services for vulnerable populations, including orphans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.
In recent years, Omar Gulpi was elected as a member of the Kurdistan Parliament, where he has continued to advocate for the Kurdish people’s rights, focusing on social care, human development, and political reforms in the Kurdistan region.
- 2015 - 2020, Chairman of General directorate of social care & development, Slemani Governorate[7]
- 2008 - 2009, Kurdistan Students Organization
- 2003 - 2014, high school teacher
- 2014 - 2015, trainer at Slemani Directorate of Teacher Training, lecturer at UHD, UOS and Polytechnic University
- Member of International and Kurdistan Journalists Union[1]
- 2019 - 2023, Member of Kurdistan parliament[8]
- 2024 - Present, Head of List within Sulaymaniyah Governorate for KJG[9]
Political Views and Activism
[edit]Omar Gulpi has been a strong advocate for human rights, specifically for the Kurdish population, and has often been vocal about the need for democratic reforms in the region. His work in the Parliament is focused on ensuring that marginalized groups receive better care, pushing for improvements in education, healthcare, and social services.[7]
Through his activism, Omar has been instrumental in drawing attention to the plight of the Kurdish people, especially those affected by past conflicts and political oppression.
Legacy and Influence
[edit]Omar Gulpi is widely respected in Kurdistan for his contributions both as a politician and as a social activist. His commitment to education, social care, and human rights continues to influence Kurdish society. His personal experiences with loss and hardship under the Baathist regime have driven him to become a voice for justice and reform in the Kurdistan region.[5]
Published Works
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Omar Abdullah Fatah (Omar Gulpi)". Kurdistan Parliament – Iraq. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ "Omar Gulpi is sworn in as a new member of the Kurdistan Parliament". Kurdiu. 8 September 2020. Retrieved 13 October 2024.
- ^ a b کوردیپێدیا, Kurdipedia-. "Omar Abdullah Fattah – Omar Gulpi". Kurdipedia.org. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ "MPs of Fifth Term, 2019 – 2023". Kurdistan Parliament – Iraq. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ a b Payam TV (2024-09-18). دیداری تایبەت: خاڵی دەستپێک و قۆناغەکانی ژیانی (عومەر عەبدوڵڵا گوڵپی). Retrieved 2024-10-14 – via YouTube.
- ^ "English". www.omargulpi.net. Retrieved 2024-10-14.
- ^ a b "Kurdistan24 - Suleimaniyah Head of Social Development Monitoring apologizes to Kurds with disabilities".
- ^ "MPs of Fifth Term, 2019 - 2023". Kurdistan Parliament - Iraq. Retrieved 2024-10-14.
- ^ Payam TV (2024-09-25). پەیامی عومه‌ر گوڵپی، كاندیدی ژماره (1) و سه‌رۆكی لیستی (147)ی كۆمه‌ڵ - بازنه‌ی سلێمانی. Retrieved 2024-10-14 – via YouTube.
- ^ "کتێبى گەندەڵى، چاپى یەکەم، ٢٠١٤". omargulpi.net (in Arabic). Retrieved 2024-10-14.
- ^ "کتێبى (کەیوان)، گەیشتە کتێبخانەکان". www.omargulpi.net (in Arabic). Retrieved 2024-10-14.