Influential Women

History is filled with influential women who deserve celebration. From their achievements and accomplishments to their impact and inventions, each woman represented here has successfully moved society forward in her own unique way.

The individualistic backgrounds and careers of these women span from CEOs to philanthropists and from scientists to novelists. Each woman has fought against obstacles and disadvantages in her field, including sexism, racism, physical threats, religious discrimination, and countless forms of gaslighting and stereotyping.

This site aims to explore, educate, and celebrate the lives of influential women from around the world as well as to share the stories of their contributions to society and the impact they continue to make.

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Politics

Joyce Hilda Banda

Joyce Hilda Banda is an educator, women’s rights activist, and politician. She served as the President of Malawi from 2012 until 2014.

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Politics

Warrior Queens

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Activism

10 Notable Female Authors

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Business

Influential Women in the Workforce

Over the last seven years, the amount of women-owned businesses continues to climb in numbers around the world, across various cultures, nationalities, and demographics. In the

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Innovation

Little Girls in a Barbie World

Since Barbie was introduced in 1959, it’s been a favorite among girls around the world. What little girl could resist changing Barbie’s outfits, brushing her hair,

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Feminism

The #MeToo Movement

In October 2017 serious sexual abuse claims were made against film producer Harvey Weinstein and published in The New York Times. After the allegations surfaced, Hollywood

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Feminism

Feminism – Not for Women Only

In the second decade of the 21st century, feminism has finally found its place in the mainstream. From famous literary icons to pop stars, actresses, royalty and activists

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Innovation

Ada Lovelace Day

Celebrating Women in Science and Technology, Engineering and Maths Tuesday 11 October 2016 hailed the eighth annual Ada Lovelace Day. This day is an international celebration

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Sheryl Sandberg
Inspiration

Are you ‘Leaning In’ Yet?

Together Women Can Sheryl Sandberg is the Chief Operating Officer of Facebook, an achievement that has helped pave the way and change perceptions along the way

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Serena Williams
Feminism

A Tribute to Serena Williams

Nike Ad Honours Athlete and Feminist According to an ad campaign by the sportswear giant Nike, Serena Wiliams is the greatest female athlete in recorded history.

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