Welcome to another episode of unveiling some renowned females in black history. It is important to note that we are not racial or highlighting black females alone. This is just one of the many ways to pay tributes to some females who have done reputable things for black people. On that note, I will love to shed some bright lights on 5 amazing women who have in more ways than one influenced the positive stance and growth of black children and adults. So let’s dive right into it!

And our standing ovation goes to…

1. Mary McLeod Bethune      

It is almost impossible to not appreciate the efforts of Mary when we spot a child in school in the South Africa. She understood the key importance of education after giving her all to be educated herself. She became the first person to commence education for young black children in the South. In 1904, she founded the Daytona educational and industrial institute for girls in South Africa.

2. Madam C.J Walker

When it comes to strength, selflessness and hard-work my respect certainly goes out to this very industrious woman. She is known as one of the first ever self-made millionaires in America. She is well known for her company that focuses on creating hair-care solutions and remedies for black women. The awe- inspiring part was how she single-handedly marketed her hair products from door to door. She was noted to have created job opportunities for many people through her company.

3. Shirley Chisholm

Shirley was born on November 30, 1924. She was an American author, politician and educator. She was the first Black woman elected to congress in 1968. She served as a representative from New York for 14 years strongly advocating for early education and child welfare. She was also the first Black candidate to run for Presidency in the United States.

4. Mae Jemison

Women have been noted for dominating their positions in space. Amongst these females is Jemison who secured her spot as the very first Black woman to fly to space in 1992. Notably, she is also the first Black woman to be admitted to the astronaut training program in 1987.

5. Michelle Obama

Amongst her many achievements and prestige, Michelle is the first Black woman to serve as the first lady of the United States. She is indeed a force to reckon with as she badges an unrivalled reputation with her name. Michelle is an accomplished lawyer who attended both Princeton University and Harvard Law School.

Join us on our next episode as we continue to unravel more females who have done wondrous things in Black History.

Until next time dear reader…