Nurten Yılmaz

Austrian politician in local government

Nurten Yılmaz - Austrian politician in local government
Born

September 17th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Austria

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Born in 1957, this individual served as a politician in Austria, engaging with local governance and community issues. Key contributions included initiatives aimed at enhancing civic participation and promoting social welfare within the community. As a member of the local council, policies and measures were implemented to address urban development and societal challenges. Active in public service, responsibilities encompassed various roles within the local political framework, fostering communication between citizens and government bodies.

Served on the local council in Austria

Implemented community welfare initiatives

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