Kateřina Jacques

Czech translator and politician

Kateřina Jacques - Czech translator and politician
Born

June 2nd, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Czech Republic

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Born in 1971, a Czech translator and politician actively engaged in public service. Served as a member of the Czech Parliament from 2006 to 2010, representing the Green Party. Contributed to various legislative efforts and initiatives focused on environmental issues and social justice. Also worked in translation, facilitating communication between cultures through literature and political discourse.

Served in the Czech Parliament from 2006 to 2010

Represented the Green Party

Engaged in environmental legislation

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