Here at Facing History, we see awareness months as opportunities to deepen our knowledge of and attention to the histories and contemporary experiences of historically marginalized communities. However, the focus on celebrating these communities over one particular month can further marginalize the very experiences we are hoping to elevate. With this in mind, what follows is an invitation to engage with important themes raised by Women’s History Month this March and throughout all of the months of the year.
This Women’s History Month, we invite teachers to take a deeper dive into the histories and experiences of women around the nation in work with their students. One powerful way to do this is to learn more about individual women’s lives both past and present.
Below are 10 Facing History profiles and interviews capturing a number of key figures from women’s history and contemporary life:
Daisy Bates
Grace Lee Boggs
Fannie Lou Hamer
bell hooks
Dolores Huerta
Audre Lorde
Toni Morrison
Lucy Schwob
Mary Church Terrell
Helen Zia
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