Pramila Jayapal
The first South Asian American woman elected to the United States House of Representatives, representing the 7th district of Washington State.
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Julia Wallace
She was the first woman to become a city councillor in Palmerston North, serving from 1962 to 1968. Because of her disability, she worked tirelessly for the New Zealand Crippled Children Society.
Rita Smith
Lifelong political activist in New Zealand
Ruth Page
Ruth Page came to prominence in 1955 when she led the controversial and much publicised Nelson women’s railway protest.
Tui Mayo
New Zealand nurse, hospital matron and local politician
Emily Maguire
She was typical of many married women who, in lieu of pursuing a career, put their energies into promoting social and political causes.
René Shadbolt
New Zealand civilian and military nurse, hospital matron and political activist
Miriam Bridelia Soljak
A New Zealander through and through, she asserted her nationality and championed the cause of urban Maori and working-class women fearlessly and with total commitment.
Margaret Thorn
The realities of working-class life made her a lifelong rebel against poverty and injustice, especially as they affected women.
Lettie Allen
New Zealand public servant, political activist, feminist and local politician