Velma Bronn Johnston
American animal welfare activist
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Dr Zelma Watson George
African-American opera singer, educator, and civic leader
Rosa Luxemburg
Polish-German revolutionary socialist, orthodox Marxist, and anti-war activist
Louise De Mortie
African-American lecturer and fundraiser in the 19th century, renowned for her eloquence and her dedicated work in supporting the education of freed slaves.
Margaret Hawkins
African-American educator and activist who made significant contributions in the early 20th century.
Juana Alarco de Dammert
Peruvian philanthropist and benefactor, especially renowned for her dedication to children’s welfare.
Tillie Olsen
American writer and activist
Elizabeth Piper Ensley
African-American educator and suffragist
Faizunnesa Choudhurani
Influential Bangladeshi Zamindar (ruler) celebrated for her pioneering work advocating for female education and addressing other social issues in South Asia.
Helen Appo Cook
Distinguished African American activist and leader, known for her significant contributions to civil rights and women’s suffrage movements.