While underrepresented throughout history, as a society, we are finally recognising and celebrating the important impact women have had on history. Here are 5 Inspirational Women you can teach about with your class
Edith Cavell: Edith Cavell was a nurse from Britain. She worked in German-occupied Belgium during the First World War and not only helped British, but also French and Belgian soldiers to escape the Germans.
Amelia Earhart: Amelia Earhart, is a record-breaking female who is known for her aviation career. She earned public acceptance and international fame in aviation and made the way for other women in the industry of commercial flight.
Lydia Foy: Lydia Foy is known for acquiring the victorious win over a long fight for gender recognition. Thanks to Lydia’s perseverance, she has established an incredible foundation for many activists and trans for the new-age generation.
Marie Curie: Marie Curie is one of the women who changed the concept of science. She is remembered for her contribution to finding treatment for cancer while discovering the presence of polonium and radium.
Mary Robinson: Mary Robinson was the first president of Ireland and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. She was a passionate advocate and had a major contribution to gender equality.
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