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New Zealand labour activist, community worker and feminist

Founded an international help line called Women Against Sexual Harassment (WASH) for victims of sexual harassment

German doctor known for her activism against restrictive abortion laws

Polish feminist, journalist, translator, and suffragette who was imprisoned

Challis Hooper’s long years of working for greater equality for women in New Zealand were recognised when she was appointed an OBE in 1969.

New Zealand teacher, feminist, educationalist and art dealer

Joan Donley was a midwife whose advocacy of home births and natural childbirth helped shape modern midwifery in New Zealand.

New Zealand teacher, temperance worker and suffragist

A pioneer in women’s education in New Zealand

New Zealand diarist, community leader, philanthropist, social reformer and suffragist