Saint Walatta Petros
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.
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Dr Amber Rose Johnson
American poet
Amanda Johnston
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.
Halima Mohamud
Halima Mohamud’s extensive work continues to touch the lives of Somalis, particularly women, in Victoria, Australia.
Mel Jones
One of Australia’s leading sporting stars, Mel Jones has dedicated her life to providing support and opportunities for aspiring female athletes.
Janai Brugger
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.
Dr Lillian-Yvonne Bertram
American poet who directs the MFA in Creative Writing at the University of Maryland.
Colonel Kathy Ann C Baptiste-Jones
Col. Kathy Ann C. Baptiste-Jones helped start the 440th Civil Affairs Battalion at Fort Carson, Colorado.
Major General Marcia Anderson
The US Army’s first African American female major general.
Diane Icilda Mills
Antiguan American US Army veteran