Nitocris is a woman who may have ruled Egypt in the 22nd century BC, or who may have been a literary invention centuries later. According to Herodotus, she lured her brother’s murderers into a banquet hall and then killed them by diverting the waters of the Nile to flood the room.
Ward 7 representative for the Cleveland City Council for almost thirty years.
Civil rights activist and education advocate
1600s Ethiopian saint Walatta Petros was a revered religious leader who was a driving force preventing the Catholic colonization of her country and her church.
In 2006, poet Amanda Johnston founded Torch Literary Arts, based in Austin, Texas, with the aim of forming a creative space where Black women writers could showcase their work and foster a supportive community.
American poet
Halima Mohamud’s extensive work continues to touch the lives of Somalis, particularly women, in Victoria, Australia.
One of Australia’s leading sporting stars, Mel Jones has dedicated her life to providing support and opportunities for aspiring female athletes.
At the age of 29, she won Operalia, the World Opera Competition and the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, two of the most prestigious opera competitions in the world.
American poet who directs the MFA in Creative Writing at the University of Maryland.