Award
King's Medal of Merit in Gold
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q24285928 · wikidata
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Kathrine Johnsen
1917-10-22 – 2002-06-25
Life & Legacy
Kathrine Johnsen (22 October 1917–25 June 2002) was a Norwegian Sámi teacher who worked for the public broadcasting service NRK Sápmi. She is a pivotal figure in the promotion and support of Sámi languages and culture in the post-World War II period and has been referred to as "the Mother of the Sámi Radio".
Occupation & Career
educator, broadcast journalist, teacher
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
King's Medal of Merit in Gold; Saami Council's Honorary Award
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
King's Medal of Merit in Gold · Saami Council's Honorary Award
Employer
NRK Sápmi
Organizations & Memberships
Saami Council
Verified Legacy Record
Award
Saami Council's Honorary Award
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q24285928 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q24285928 — wikidata View source
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