Dora Mayer
Self-taught researcher, writer, sociologist, journalist, social activist.
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Ella Baker
Leading African-American civil rights and human rights activist throughout much of the twentieth century.
Huda Sha’arawi
Pioneering Egyptian feminist leader and nationalist who founded the Egyptian Feminist Union in 1923, becoming a central figure in Egypt’s early feminist movement.
Bea Arthur
While Bea Arthur is widely recognized for her iconic roles in “Maude” and “The Golden Girls,” her life and career were rich with fascinating, lesser-known aspects.
Frances Stewart
New Zealand women and children’s rights activist and the first female member of a New Zealand hospital board.
Isabella Tod
Irish feminist and reformer
Norma Borthwick
Irish artist, writer and Irish-language activist
Marie Dickie
Irish foster care inspector
Sheila North
The first woman to be voted as the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Grand Chief by First Nations leaders.
Amache Ochinee Prowers
Notable figure in Colorado’s history, known for her cultural and social influence.