Her election to the Boston School Committee in 1900 marked a significant milestone for the Irish Catholic community, breaking barriers in a time when women faced significant restrictions in politics. While serving on the committee, Duff promoted educational opportunities for women and supported the establishment of kindergartens and schools for girls.
Indian-South African peace and civil rights activist
Irish-Spanish bohemian, radical and educationalist
South African labor rights and anti-apartheid activist
South African suffragist and civil rights activist
South African doctor and anti-apartheid activist
South African political activist
South African activist and politician
Indian activist
A stalwart of the African National Congress (ANC) and the liberation movement, Thembi Shange Nobadula dedicated her life to the fight for racial and gender equality for all South Africans.