So how did they do it? The answers are as unique as the women themselves. That is the achievement of each of the women in this book. While there’s a lot of work to do, we know that throughout history and around the globe women have overcome the toughest resistance imaginable to win victories that have made progress possible for all of us. Ensuring the rights and opportunities of women and girls remains a big piece of the unfinished business of the twenty-first century. Hillary Rodham Clinton and her daughter, Chelsea, share the stories of the gutsy women who have inspired them–women with the courage to stand up to the status quo, ask hard questions, and get the job done. The book of gutsy women : favourite stories of courage and resilience.

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An authoritative and engaging text, with high visual appeal. These topics are linked to the social sciences and history syllabus Years 7-11. Hindsight is a resource for all schools and libraries. Hindsight : pivotal moments in New Zealand history.įour pivotal events in New Zealands history, (Women’s suffrage, Springbok tour, Dawn raids and Rainbow warrior), are examined through a variety of source materials and commentary that enlivens the event and describes its impact on our society and growth as a nation.

See images on Digital NZ of Cartooning the women’s vote.

See who signed the 1893 Women’s Suffrage Petition.

NZ History has some amazing pages dedicated to women’s suffrage day and Suffrage 125.

ManyAnswers has a page dedicated to websites, resources and ways to search for information about the suffragettes and Suffrage Day.

Where can I find information about the suffragettes and and Suffrage Day? Why? The symbol draws on historical colours and icons adopted by women’s suffrage petitioners and presents them in a contemporary form. Why? These flowers were worn by people supporting women’s right to vote in New Zealand. Suffrage Day provides an opportunity for people to celebrate New Zealand’s suffrage achievements and look for ways to benefit women. The white camellia was the symbol of the suffragists.ĭid you know? November 28th 1893 was the day New Zealand women voted for first time. This year marks the 126 anniversary of women winning the right to vote in New Zealand. On the 19th of September 1893, New Zealand became the first nation in the world to grant women the right to vote. Sunday 19 September 2021 is Suffrage Day / White Camellia Day. Suffrage Day is a special day in New Zealand’s history.

Suffragettes by Joyce Marlow