Notable figure in American business and women’s financial advocacy known for her leadership in establishing and promoting financial services for women and her significant contributions to the advancement of women in the banking industry.
Prominent African American educator and civil rights activist during the 19th century.
American mathematician and activist, the first woman to receive a Ph.D. in mathematics from Yale University, in 1895.
American television producer and one of the creators of the iconic children’s educational television show “Sesame Street.”
Eleanor Abbott created the game Candy Land while she was recovering from polio
Renowned Native American basket weaver and cultural preservationist from the Pomo tribe in Northern California.
Pioneering Belgian educator and feminist whose significant contributions in the late 19th century centered around advancing women’s education in Belgium.
New Zealand teacher
Educator and advocate for women’s welfare, who served on the London School Board for several years, and actively participated in Liberal politics, promoting progressive social policies.
African American educator, writer, and scholar, remembered for her advocacy for African American women’s education and civil rights.