Learmonth Dalrymple
New Zealand educationalist
New Zealand educationalist
J.C. Sturm, also known as Te Kare Papuni and Jacquie Baxter, was a pioneering writer of poetry and short stories. Long overshadowed by her first husband, the poet James K. Baxter, Jacquie emerged in later life as a unique and important voice in New Zealand literature in her own right.
African-American writer, temperance activist and music professor
Australian poet
Carmelite nun and prominent Spanish mystic and religious reformer
New Zealand international relief worker
New Zealand medical doctor and community leader
New Zealander Gwen Somerset had a distinguished career as a progressive teacher of young children in primary school, as an adult educator, and as a pioneer of free play in preschool education. Her lectures and her writing inspired generations of playcentre members and shaped their beliefs and practices.
New Zealand nurse, labour activist, women’s rights activist, politician and peace campaigner
New Zealand optician and family planning reformer