National Women's History Alliance (NWHA)

On this day, in 1906, Esther Peterson was born! Esther Peterson, as head of the Commission on the Status of Women, was the most powerful woman in the Kennedy administration. Peterson fought for women’s rights and for improvements in working women’s conditions, leading to her, in 1981, being awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Carter. Please consider donating to the National Women's History Alliance at https://lnkd.in/gukU_i8i to help us continue spreading women's history and learn more about incredible women in our history like Esther Peterson! Photo by: The Salt Lake Tribune #womenshistory #history #facts #nationalwomenshistoryalliance

On this day, 1927, Patsy Mink, the first Japanese-American Congresswoman was born! Patsy Mink wrote the Women’s Educational Equity Act and played a key role in enacting Title IX, which was renamed posthumously as the “Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act”. Please consider donating to the National Women's History Alliance at https://lnkd.in/gukU_i8i to help us continue spreading women's history and learn more about incredible women in our history like Patsy Mink! #womenshistory #history #facts #nationalwomenshistoryalliance

All of us at NWHA want to say THANK YOU! Your generosity on Giving Tuesday has made a meaningful impact, helping us preserve and celebrate women’s history. Together, we are ensuring that her legacy continues to inspire future generations while recognizing that women’s history is being made every day. We are so grateful for your support!

On this day, Josephine Roche was born in 1886! Josephine Roche, after gaining control of her late father’s Colorado coal mine operation in 1927, invited the United Mine Workers to organize workers and get contracts. Roche also supervised the Public Health Service as part of FDR’s administration and made recommendations for 1935 Social Security. Along those accomplishments, Josephine Roche tried to encourage universal health coverage and was named one of 10 outstanding women in the U.S. in 1936. Please consider donating to the National Women's History Alliance at https://lnkd.in/gukU_i8i to help us continue spreading women's history and learn more about incredible women in our history like Josephine Roche! #womenshistory #history #facts #nationalwomenshistoryalliance

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On this day, in 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white person. Her arrest was momentous, sparking the modern civil rights movement in the United States. Please consider donating to the National Women's History Alliance at https://lnkd.in/gukU_i8i to help us continue spreading women's history and learn more about incredible women in our history like Rosa Parks! #womenshistory #history #facts #women #nationalwomenshistoryalliance

On this day, Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American Congresswoman, was born in 1924! Shirley Chisholm was the first African American congresswoman from 1969-1983 for New York, as well as the first woman and first African-American Democratic presidential nominee. A champion of social justice and equality, Chisholm was known for her motto "Unbought and Unbossed," advocating for the marginalized and challenging political norms. Please consider donating to the National Women's History Alliance at https://lnkd.in/gukU_i8i to help us continue spreading women's history and learn more about incredible women in our history like Shirley Chisholm! #womenshistory #history #facts #women #nationalwomenshistoryalliance

🎉 Renewed Partnership Spotlight! 🎉 We are delighted to celebrate the renewed commitment of our valued partner, Justice Bell Foundation! As a dedicated ally of the National Women’s History Alliance, Justice Bell Foundation continues to support our mission of bringing women’s remarkable stories to the forefront. 🌟 Justice Bell Foundation Reclaiming Women's History. Highlighting Women's Contributions. Promoting Voter Participation. The Justice Bell Foundation's mission is to educate, inspire, and mobilize current and future voters, offering programs for schools and organizations, a film about the women’s suffrage movement, and a replica of the historic Justice Bell. Through this renewed partnership, Justice Bell Foundation stands with NWHA in promoting women’s history and advancing inclusivity and empowerment. We’re honored to have their continued support as we move forward together! For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gCZWHJ6k 📣 Join us in thanking Justice Bell Foundation for their commitment to making history together! #PartnerSpotlight #OurHistoryIsOurStrength #WomensHistory #NWHAPartners

🎉 Renewed Partnership Spotlight! 🎉 We are delighted to celebrate the renewed commitment of our valued partner, Suffrage Education Institute! As a dedicated ally of the National Women’s History Alliance, Suffrage Education Institute continues to support our mission of bringing women’s remarkable stories to the forefront. 🌟 About Suffrage Education Institute Bringing the stories of the suffrage movement to K-12 students nationwide. The Suffrage Education Institute is dedicated to sharing the stories of the women and men behind the suffrage movement by developing educational programs for K-12 students. Through video content and supporting materials, the institute aims to promote women’s history to students across the nation. Through this renewed partnership, Suffrage Education Institute stands with NWHA in promoting women’s history and advancing inclusivity and empowerment. We’re honored to have their continued support as we move forward together! For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gfUTNeAn 📣 Join us in thanking Suffrage Education Institute for their commitment to making history together! #PartnerSpotlight #OurHistoryIsOurStrength #WomensHistory #NWHAPartners #NWHA #NationalWomensHistoryAlliance