Clara Lemlich Shavelson was a Jewish immigrant, garment worker, activist, mother, public speaker, and union organizer at a time when women in her position were rarely allowed formal education or the opportunity to speak in public.

A vocal leader of the 20th century women’s suffrage movement, Alice Paul advocated for and helped secure passage of the 19th Amendment.

Stacey Milbern made waves in the disability justice movement through her organizing and activist efforts.

Anna Julia Cooper was a groundbreaking educator, activist, and author who changed the trajectories of many young Black women .